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Meaning of backtalk

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

backtalk

noun

Definitions

  1. Verbal impudence or argumentative discourse, given in response.

    Example: Don't give me any backtalk; just go clean your room.

verb

Definitions

  1. To respond to in an aggressively disputatious, often sarcastic or insolent manner.

    Example: Peter was sent to detention for backtalking the teacher.