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Gup (noun) means Silly talk or gossip with little truth in it.

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Silly talk or gossip with little truth in it.

"The young man faithfully delivered what Jinnah called “the gup”—the day's gossip — and tried vainly to extract a newsworthy quote from the League leader." — Nisid Hajari (2015)

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Etymology

Taken from Hindi गप (gap, “gossip; idle talk”).

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"gup" (noun) means silly talk or gossip with little truth in it.