Definition of Speaking

1. Noun. The utterance of intelligible speech.

Exact synonyms: Speech Production
Generic synonyms: Utterance, Vocalization
Specialized synonyms: Speech, Susurration, Voicelessness, Whisper, Whispering
Derivative terms: Speak, Speak

2. Adjective. Capable of or involving speech or speaking. "A speaking part in the play"
Similar to: Tongued
Antonyms: Nonspeaking

3. Noun. Delivering an address to a public audience. "People came to see the candidates and hear the speechmaking"
Exact synonyms: Oral Presentation, Public Speaking, Speechmaking
Specialized synonyms: Reading, Recital, Recitation, Debate, Disputation, Public Debate
Generic synonyms: Address, Speech
Derivative terms: Speak

Definition of Speaking

1. a. Uttering speech; used for conveying speech; as, man is a speaking animal; a speaking tube.

2. n. The act of uttering words.

Definition of Speaking

1. a speech or discourse [n -S]

Lexicographical Neighbors of Speaking

spazzing
SPCA
speak
speakable
speakeasies
speakeasy
speaker
speakerphone
speakerphones
speakers
speakership
speakerships
speaker identification
speaker system
speaker unit
speaking (current term)
speaking(a)
speakings
speaking trumpet
speaking tube
speakout
speakouts
speaks
speak for
speak in tongues
speak of the devil
speak up
speal
speals
spean

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