discourse
Pronunciation:
/dɪsˈkɔː(ɹ)s/noun
Definitions
Verbal exchange, conversation.
Expression in words, either speech or writing.
A formal lengthy exposition of some subject, either spoken or written.
Example: The preacher gave us a long discourse on duty.
Any rational expression, reason.
verb
Definitions
To engage in discussion or conversation; to converse.
To write or speak formally and at length.
To debate.
To exercise reason; to employ the mind in judging and inferring; to reason.