DISCOURSING - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Noun

extended verbal expression in speech or writing

Meaning 2

Part of speech: Noun

an extended communication (often interactive) dealing with some particular topic

Example: the book contains an excellent discussion of modal logic; his treatment of the race question is badly biased

Meaning 3

Part of speech: Noun

an address of a religious nature (usually delivered during a church service)

Meaning 4

Part of speech: Verb

to consider or examine in speech or writing

Example: The author talks about the different aspects of this question; The class discussed Dante's `Inferno

Meaning 5

Part of speech: Verb

talk at length and formally about a topic

Example: The speaker dissertated about the social politics in 18th century England

Meaning 6

Part of speech: Verb

carry on a conversation