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Definition back-channelling in British English

back-channelling noun

[uncountable] noun
/ˈbæk ˌtʃæn(ə)lɪŋ/
1

the verbal signals given by a listener to show they are interested, surprised etc

Example

On the phone a nod, smile and eye contact are futile so instead it's all about the back-channelling.

Synonyms and related words
affricate alveolar articulator
Definition back-channelling in British English