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discourse

British pronunciation/dˈɪskɔːs/
American pronunciation/ˈdɪskɔɹs/
Discourse
[NOUN]
1

the use of language in a larger context, including conversations, written texts, and social interactions, where meaning is constructed and communicated through the organization and flow of language

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2

an extended communication (often interactive) dealing with some particular topic

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3

an address of a religious nature (usually delivered during a church service)

synonyms : preaching
sermon
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to discourse
[VERB]
MAIN VERB
1

to talk about something confidently, suggesting that one is well informed about it

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2

to engage in a discussion about something

synonyms : converse
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3

to consider or examine in speech or writing

synonyms : discuss
talk about
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Examples
1Oh, her eye discourses.
2So, to move discourse forwards.
3Was that discourse?
4still have so much discourse.
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