Meaning of the word schmooze in English

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

schmooze

US /ʃmuːz/
UK /ʃmuːz/

Verb

to talk intimately and cozily; to chat

Example:
They spent the evening schmoozing with potential clients.
He's always trying to schmooze with the boss to get ahead.

Noun

an act of talking intimately and cozily; a chat

Example:
He had a long schmooze with the director after the meeting.
A little schmooze can go a long way in networking.