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Gerede — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • buzz noun A continuous humming sound, like that of an insect or low conversation.
  • claptrap noun Talk or writing that sounds impressive but is actually empty or nonsensical.
  • drivel noun Nonsensical or foolish talk or writing.
  • rambling adj Wandering from one subject to another without a clear direction, especially in speech or writing.
  • rumor noun A piece of information or claim circulating by word of mouth, without a confirmed source.

Senses

Gerede is used for these senses in English:

  • buzz (informal) Major topic of conversation; widespread rumor; information spread behind the scenes.
  • claptrap Empty verbiage or nonsense. [from early 19th c.]
  • drivel Nonsense; senseless talk.
  • he said, she said Conflicting reports from two or more parties on an issue, prototypically involving a situation between a man and a woman with no other witnesses.
  • rambling A long meandering talk with no specific topic or direction.
  • rumor (uncountable) Information or misinformation of the kind contained in such claims.

buzz — full definition

  1. noun A continuous humming sound, like that of an insect or low conversation.
  2. noun Excited public interest or gossip about something.
  3. noun A feeling of mild excitement or intoxication.
  4. verb To make a continuous humming sound.
  5. verb To contact someone quickly by phone or intercom.

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