conversation

C1 · Advanced Countable noun Computing Technical

n. the way two computers or programs send information back and forth.

n. a series of related data exchanges between two or more communication devices or software programs.

“The server failed because it could not finish the conversation with the database.”

“Network administrators monitored the conversation between the client and the server to identify where the packet loss was occurring.”

C2 · Proficiency Uncountable noun Sports Technical

n. the back-and-forth movement of swords during a fight.

n. the continuous exchange of offensive and defensive blade actions between two fencers.

“The two fencers engaged in a fast conversation of parries and ripostes.”

“The bout was characterized by a sophisticated conversation of blades, with neither athlete willing to commit to a risky attack.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate Informal · Dialect

v. to have a talk with someone.

v. to engage in a conversation. This verbal form is often considered nonstandard or informal compared to 'converse'.

“They spent the whole afternoon conversationing on the porch.”

“While some purists dislike the usage, it is common to hear people conversationing freely in casual social settings.”