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Definition conversation in British English

conversation noun

noun
/ˌkɒnvə(r)ˈseɪʃ(ə)n/
1

a talk between two or more people, usually a private and informal one

Example

Later in the evening, the conversation turned to politics.

Example

a conversation between two friends

Example

She had a long telephone conversation with her mother.

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2

informal talk between people

Example

With so much loud music, conversation was almost impossible.

Example

He's so boring - his only topic of conversation is football.

Example

I overheard a few snatches of conversation and realized we were in trouble.

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Definition conversation in British English