Meaning & Definition of word "Chitchat"
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Chitchat
/ˈʧɪtˌʧæt/
noun:
- 1. Casual conversation or light talk.
- Example: They engaged in some chitchat while waiting for the meeting to start.
- 2. Informal or trivial conversation.
- Example: The chitchat at the party revolved around weekend plans and movie releases.
- 3. Light or superficial talk.
- Example: She enjoys a bit of chitchat with her neighbors during their morning walks.
verb:
- 1. To engage in casual or informal conversation.
- Example: They chitchatted about their favorite books over coffee.
- 2. To talk casually or informally.
- Example: After the presentation, everyone chitchatted happily.
Etymology
Origin unknown, likely formed from reduplication.
Common Phrases and Expressions
chitchat over coffee:
Engaging in light conversation while having coffee.
chit-chat session:
A period of casual conversation.
a little chitchat:
A brief informal conversation.
Related Words
gossip:
Casual or unconstrained conversation about others.
talk:
A conversation or discussion.
banter:
Playful and friendly exchange of teasing remarks.
Slang Meanings of chitchat
Meaning: Chit: A brief note or message.
Example Sentence: I left a chit for him to call me.
Meaning: Chatty: Fond of chatting.
Example Sentence: She's very chatty and loves to chitchat.