Dictionary Check: discourse
"discourse" is a valid word!
Scrabble
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Words with Friends
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Definition
noun
extended verbal expression in speech or writing
noun
an address of a religious nature (usually delivered during a church service)
noun
an extended communication (often interactive) dealing with some particular topic
Example:
"the book contains an excellent discussion of modal logic"
verb
to consider or examine in speech or writing
Example:
"The author talks about the different aspects of this question"
verb
carry on a conversation
verb
talk at length and formally about a topic
Example:
"The speaker dissertated about the social politics in 18th century England"
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