ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Talking

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈtɔːkɪŋ/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Talking is a noun meaning The action of the verb talk.

Meaning

The action of the verb talk.

More Meanings

  1. present participle and gerund of talk.

Example Sentences

It was a joy to snatch some brief respite, and find himself in the rectory drawing–room. Listening here was as pleasant as talking; just to watch was pleasant.
1864–65, Anthony Trollope, Can You Forgive Her? He did not himself care for the loose little talkings, half flat and half sharp, of men when they meet together in idleness.

Word Forms

Synonyms for talking

Depending on context, synonyms include talk.

Antonyms for talking

Common opposites include silent.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include speaking, chat, discuss, discussion, conversation, parle.

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