to  flap  one's gums
flap
flæp
flāp
<i>one's</i>
wʌnz
vanz
gums
gʌmz
gamz

Definition & Meaning of "flap one's gums"in English

to flap one's gums
01

to talk in great length without mentioning anything important or of high value 

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to [flap] {one's} gums definition and meaning
Idiom
Informal

What is the origin of the idiom "flap one's gums" and when to use it?

The origin of the phrase "flap one's gums" is not definitively known, but it likely stems from the visual imagery of someone's gums moving rapidly as they talk excessively or without purpose. The phrase has been in use since at least the early 20th century and has become a common expression in English to describe the act of talking a lot without saying anything meaningful. The emphasis on the movement of the gums in the phrase emphasizes the lack of substance or relevance in the person's speech. It's worth noting that the phrase is colloquial and informal in nature.

Examples
He flapped his gums for an hour without saying anything useful. 
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