table talk

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table talk

The family's table talk was lively and full of laughter.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • Conversation during a meal: Informal, often light or social talk that occurs while people are eating together at a table.
Usage
  • Table talk is an uncountable noun. It refers to the general conversation happening during a meal, not a specific topic.
  • It is typically used in a social or family context to describe the casual exchange of news, stories, or ideas over food.
Examples
  • The dinner party was delightful, full of lively table talk about travel and books.
  • There wasn't much table talk during the tense business lunch.
  • She enjoyed the friendly table talk more than the meal itself.
Advanced Usage
  • As a concept: The term can be used to describe the social function of mealtime conversation in building relationships.
    • Good table talk is essential for a successful family gathering.
Variants and Related Words
  • Dinner conversation: A very close synonym, specifically for the evening meal.
  • Mealtime conversation: A more general phrase with the same meaning.
Synonyms
  • Dinner-table conversation
  • Mealtime chat
  • Social conversation
Related Idioms
  • Pillow talk: (Idiom) Private, intimate conversation between partners in bed. (Note: This is a related idiom about private conversation in a different setting, contrasting with the social nature of .)
table talk

The family's table talk was lively and full of laughter.

Noun
  1. conversation during a meal

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