laïus — meaning in English

English meaning

• chatter noun Talk that goes on and on without saying much of substance.
• pitch noun A persuasive presentation intended to sell or promote something.

Senses

laïus is used for these senses in English:

• Laius (Greek mythology) The father of Oedipus and husband of Jocasta
• chatter Talk, especially meaningless or unimportant talk.
• pitch An effort to sell or promote something.

chatter — full definition

1. noun Talk that goes on and on without saying much of substance.
2. noun A rapid, rattling sound, as from vibration or teeth knocking together.
3. verb To talk quickly and casually about unimportant things.
4. verb To rattle or click rapidly, as teeth in the cold or a tool vibrating.

pitch — full definition

1. noun A persuasive presentation intended to sell or promote something.
2. verb To throw, especially a ball toward a batter.
3. verb To promote or attempt to sell an idea or product.
4. noun The playing field used in sports such as football, rugby, or cricket (chiefly British English).
5. noun How high or low a sound is perceived to be.

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