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Meaning of discourse

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

discourse

Pronunciation:/dɪsˈkɔː(ɹ)s/

noun

Definitions

  1. Verbal exchange, conversation.

  2. Expression in words, either speech or writing.

  3. A formal lengthy exposition of some subject, either spoken or written.

    Example: The preacher gave us a long discourse on duty.

  4. Any rational expression, reason.

verb

Definitions

  1. To engage in discussion or conversation; to converse.

  2. To write or speak formally and at length.

  3. To debate.

  4. To exercise reason; to employ the mind in judging and inferring; to reason.