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speaking definition

speak·ing (spē′kiŋ)

adjective

  1. that speaks or seems to speak; expressive; eloquent; vivid a speaking likeness
  2. used in or for speech
  3. allowing or admitting of speech within speaking range

noun

  1. the act or art of a person who speaks
  2. that which is spoken; utterance; discourse
speaking Idioms

on speaking terms

friendly enough to exchange greetings or carry on conversation

Webster's New World College Dictionary Copyright © 2005 by Wiley Publishing, Inc., Cleveland, Ohio.
Used by arrangement with John Wiley & Sons, Inc.

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