conversation
con-ver-sa-tion · noun
Definitions
noun
- 1.
An informal talk between two or more people.
- 2.
The action of talking with someone.
Forms
plural: conversations
Phrases & expressions
- •make conversation — to talk politely
- •strike up a conversation — to start talking to someone
- •in conversation with — while talking to
- •conversation piece — something that provokes discussion
- •conversation starter — topic to begin talking
Related words
Etymology
From Latin "conversatio" meaning manner of living or dealings, from "conversari" (to associate with).