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Definition tell of in British English

tell of phrasal verb

[transitive] phrasal verb
1

to inform someone about something

Example

She told us of her doubts regarding the policy.

Example

I was told of his death by a fellow officer.

Synonyms and related words
tell deliver report
2

to mention or talk about something

Example

old legends that tell of a mysterious city beneath the sea

Synonyms and related words
mention refer to invoke
Definition tell of in British English