Kibitz
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈkɪbɪts/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Kibitz is a verb meaning (intransitive) To make small talk or idle chatter.
Meaning
(intransitive) To make small talk or idle chatter.
More Meanings
- (intransitive) To give unsolicited or unwanted advice or make unhelpful or idle comments, especially to someone playing a game.
- (intransitive, transitive) To watch a card or board game.
Example Sentences
Okay, we kibitzed enough. What brings you?
Quit kibitzing! You're giving away my hand!
Louise and I used to head down to the coffee shop and just sit for hours and kibitz.
His wife Karen listened as John and I kibitzed about our experiences at the University of Oklahoma some 40 years ago.
Word Forms
- kibitzes
- kibitzing
- kibitzed
- kibbitz
Synonyms for kibitz
Depending on context, synonyms include chat, gossip, kibbitz.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include kibbitz, chatter, chit-chat, gossip, chitchat, chitter-chatter.
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