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Someone who likes to talk about other people's private or personal business.

Example: Be careful what you say to him: he’s a bit of a gossip.

Idle talk about someone’s private or personal matters, especially someone not present.

Example: According to the latest gossip, their relationship is on the rocks.

Idle conversation in general.

A genre in contemporary media, usually focused on the personal affairs of celebrities.

Example: a gossip blog

To talk about someone else's private or personal business, especially in a manner that spreads the information.

To talk idly.

To stand godfather to; to provide godparents for.

To enjoy oneself during festivities, to make merry.