talebearer — a person who spreads gossip or tells tales about others
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a person who spreads gossip or tells tales about others
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈteɪlˌberər/
Korean meaning: 험담을 하거나 남의 이야기를 퍼뜨리는 사람, 고자질쟁이
Korean pronunciation: 테일-베어-러 (강세: 테일)
Example Sentences
- The neighborhood talebearer knew everyone's business before they did.
- My little brother is such a talebearer that even our dog avoids him.
- The medieval court was full of talebearers trying to win the king's favor.
talebearer
NOUN//ˈteɪlˌberər//
a person who spreads gossip or tells tales about others
Whispering gossip about others
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The talebearer whispers about the innocent wearer
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Origin
중세 영어에서 'tale(이야기)'와 'bearer(나르는 사람)'가 합쳐져 만들어진 합성어로, 말 그대로 '이야기를 나르는 사람'이라는 뜻에서 시작되어 부정적 의미로 발전했습니다.
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“The neighborhood talebearer knew everyone's business before they did.”
“My little brother is such a talebearer that even our dog avoids him.”
“The medieval court was full of talebearers trying to win the king's favor.”
“She earned the title of office talebearer after revealing everyone's lunch plans.”
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