talking
n.-
1 the act of speaking (n.) A2 Elementarythe act of speaking or having a conversation with someone.
the act of verbal communication or discussion. Uncountable in its general sense; countable when referring to specific instances of negotiation.
ExampleThere was a lot of talking during the movie, which was very annoying.
ExampleThe constant talking in the back of the lecture hall made it nearly impossible for the other students to focus on the professor's slides.
From Middle English talkynge. By surface analysis, talk + -ing.
From Middle English talkyng, talkynge. By surface analysis, talk + -ing.
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do the talking
To convey the message; to communicate an idea or create an impression.
- 02
now you're talking
A phrase indicating agreement with a previously stated suggestion to change a course of action.
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talking head
A journalist or pundit, especially one on television, who presents or discusses issues of the day.