A figure of speech whereby something is made to seem smaller or less important than it actually is.
Cell division of a diploid cell into four haploid cells, which develop to produce gametes.
A figure of speech whereby something is made to seem smaller or less important than it actually is, either through phrasing or lack of emphasis, often for ironic effect.
An incomplete disclosure that intentionally withholds relevant information.
An instance of such phrasing or lack of emphasis.