blabbing

Meanings

• Verb

  The act of talking excessively or indiscreetly.

  - "She was reprimanded for blabbing confidential information."
  - "He was warned not to blab during the game."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with blabbing
mumbling , stumbling , grumbling

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Variants

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blab , blabbed , blabbing , blabs

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Etymology

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Originally meant 'to babble' or 'to speak incoherently'. Derived from the Old English word 'blabian' which meant 'to prate, chatter, or gossip'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'blabbermouth' was first used in print in 1785.

2. In some cultures, excessive talking is considered a sign of intelligence or social status.

3. Blabbing is a common theme in many folktales and legends, often used as a cautionary tale.

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Related Concepts

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1. Gossip: The act of talking about others behind their backs. Blabbing is a form of gossiping, but it can also refer to talking excessively or indiscreetly about any topic.

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Culture

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In literature, blabbing is often used to describe characters who cannot keep secrets or who talk too much. In art, there are depictions of the 'Blabbermouth' or 'Babbler' character, often shown as a chattering or gossiping person.

How to Memorize "blabbing"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a person talking non-stop, unable to keep secrets or control what they say. Visualize this person in different situations where discretion is required.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'blabbing' with the image of a leaking faucet or a burst water pipe, as the excess water represents the excessive words coming out.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic phrase such as 'Beware of Blabbering Babblers' to help remember the meaning of the word.

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