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noun
An informal conversation, or casual short written article, especially on a serious topic.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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Antonyms: none provided
noun
light informal conversation for social occasions
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Synonyms: chitchat, chit-chat, chit chat, small talk, gab, gabfest, gossip, tittle-tattle, chin wag, chin-wag, chin wagging, chin-wagging
Antonyms: none provided
Broader terms: chat, confab, confabulation, schmooze, schmoose
History
From French causerie.
Across languages
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