Gossiping
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈɡɑs.ɪ.pɪŋ/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Gossiping is a verb meaning present participle and gerund of gossip.
Meaning
present participle and gerund of gossip.
More Meanings
- The act of passing gossip; communication about other people's private business.
- (obsolete) A christening.
Example Sentences
At Wendlebury and other places they bring their Cakes at a Gossiping, and give a large cake to the father of the child, wᶜʰ they call a Rocking Cake.
Word Forms
- gossipping
- gossipings
Synonyms for gossiping
Depending on context, synonyms include gossipmongering.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include gossipmongering, gossipping, blabbing, gossipfest, blab, chit-chat.
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