pettegolezzo — meaning in English

English meaning

• buzz noun A continuous humming sound, like that of an insect or low conversation.
• gossip noun Casual talk about other people's private affairs, often unverified or spread out of curiosity.
• hearsay noun Information passed along secondhand that hasn't been confirmed or verified.

Senses

pettegolezzo is used for these senses in English:

• buzz (informal) Major topic of conversation; widespread rumor; information spread behind the scenes.
• chit-chat Gossip.
• gossip (uncountable) Idle talk about someone’s private or personal matters, especially about someone not present.
• hearsay Information that was heard by one person about another that cannot be adequately substantiated.

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.

gossip — full definition

1. noun Casual talk about other people's private affairs, often unverified or spread out of curiosity.
2. noun A person who habitually talks about others' private business.
3. verb To talk about other people's private lives, often spreading rumors.

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