Meaning of the word gab in English

What does gab mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

gab

US /ɡæb/

UK /ɡæb/

talk, chat, or gossip, especially excessively or idly

Example:

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They sat around and gabbed for hours.

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She loves to gab on the phone with her friends.

Synonym:

chat gossip prattle chatter jabber

talk, chat, or gossip

Example:

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She has the gift of the gab.

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Let's have a quick gab before the meeting.

Synonym:

chat gossip talk chatter prattle

Related Word:

gabbing the gift of gab