conversation — meaning in English
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English meaning
- conversation noun A spoken exchange of ideas or information between two or more people.
- dialogue noun A conversation between two or more people, especially in a book, play, or film.
- discourse noun Serious conversation or communication, spoken or written, on a particular subject.
Senses
conversation is used for these senses in English:
- colloquy A conversation or dialogue. [from 15th c.]
- conversation Expression and exchange of individual ideas through talking with other people; also, a set instance or occasion of such talking. [from 16th c.]
- discourse (uncountable, archaic) Verbal exchange, conversation.
conversation — full definition
- noun A spoken exchange of ideas or information between two or more people.
- noun Ongoing public discussion or debate about a particular topic.
dialogue — full definition
- noun A conversation between two or more people, especially in a book, play, or film.
- noun A formal exchange of views, especially between groups trying to resolve a conflict.
- verb To talk with someone in order to reach mutual understanding.