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What does simply put mean in the following paragraph?
Acoustic musical instruments are common throughout the world. Simply put, an acoustic instrument is any instrument that makes sound. This lecture will introduce you to an acoustic instrument invented in the 20th century.
Simply put, simply put is a two-word phrase that means, "described in basic terms," or "stated in simple language," or, "as an easy definition..."
The put in simply put refers to put into words.
"Simply put" is another way of saying "simply SAID."
"Simply put" can be used to introduce an explanation or statement that might not be 100% technically correct or describe every detail, but conveys the basic idea.
In my opinion, in the place of " put", express or say can be used. In other words, "simply put" is "simply to say."
Simply put means simply put/expressed in words
