Chit-chat
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Chit-chat is a noun meaning Light conversation; casual talk, usually about trivial matters.
Meaning
Light conversation; casual talk, usually about trivial matters.
More Meanings
- (colloquial, intransitive) To engage in small talk, to discuss unimportant matters.
Example Sentences
He speaks rapidly, with clarity and with obvious enthusiasm. No time is wasted on idle chit-chat.
“What are you doing down here, father?” “Just having a bit of chitchat with your curious creation.” “Right.”
Word Forms
- chit-chats
- chitchat
- chit-chatting
- chit-chatted
Synonyms for chit-chat
Depending on context, synonyms include chinwag, claver.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include chitchat, bytalk, chatter, chitter-chatter, chat, smalltalk.
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