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Meaning of mouthing

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

mouthing

verb

Definitions

  1. To speak; to utter.

    Example: He mouthed his opinions on the subject at the meeting.

  2. To make the actions of speech, without producing sound.

    Example: The prompter mouthed the words to the actor, who had forgotten them.

  3. To utter with a voice that is overly loud or swelling.

  4. To pick up or handle with the lips or mouth, but not chew or swallow.

    Example: The fish mouthed the lure, but didn't bite.

noun

Definitions

  1. The act of forming a shape with the mouth, especially as part of sign language.

  2. Ranting; passionate speech devoid of meaning.