gossip
UK: ˈɡɒs.ɪp | US: ˈɡɑː.sɪp
n. Casual or idle talk, often about others' personal affairs.
n. A person who habitually spreads rumors or private information.
vi. To engage in casual conversation, especially about others.
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The word "gossip" originates from Old English godsibb, meaning "godparent" (a close friend or sponsor in baptism). Over time, it evolved to refer to close friends who engaged in intimate conversations, eventually shifting to its modern meaning of casual or sensational talk about others. The transition reflects societal changes in how personal relationships and communication were perceived.
She dismissed the gossip about her colleagues as baseless rumors.
The town gossip spread news faster than the local newspaper.
They sat in the café, gossiping about their neighbors.
Workplace gossip can sometimes harm morale and trust.
He avoided gossip by refusing to engage in idle chatter.