conversation
noun
- the act or an instance of talking together; specif.,
- familiar talk; verbal exchange of ideas, opinions, etc.
- an informal conference on a problem or area of interest by representatives of governments, factions, etc.
- sexual intercourse: now only in the legal phrase criminal conversation, i.e., adultery as grounds for divorce or other action
- Archaic manner of living; behavior
- Obsolete social intercourse
- Obsolete familiarity based on study or use
See conversation in American Heritage Dictionary 4
(kŏnˌvər-sāˈshən)
nouna. The spoken exchange of thoughts, opinions, and feelings; talk.
b. An instance of this: held a long conversation on the subject.
- An informal discussion of a matter by representatives of governments, institutions, or organizations.
Related Forms:
- conˌver·saˈtion·al adjective
- conˌver·saˈtion·al·ly adverb
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