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talkathon

talk·a·thon
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    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • UK Pronunciation
    • UK IPA
    • [taw-kuh-thon]
    • /ˈtɔ kəˌθɒn/
    • /ˈtɔːk.ə.θən/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [taw-kuh-thon]
    • /ˈtɔ kəˌθɒn/

Definitions of talkathon word

  • noun talkathon an unusually long speech or discussion, especially on a matter of public interest, as a Congressional filibuster or a televised question-and-answer session with a political candidate. 1
  • noun talkathon a long period of discussions, debates, or speeches 0
  • noun talkathon any prolonged period of talking; extended speech, debate, etc. 0

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Origin of talkathon

First appearance:

before 1930
One of the 10% newest English words
First recorded in 1930-35; talk + -athon

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Parts of speech for Talkathon

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adjective
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talkathon popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 51% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
According to our data about 57% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

talkathon usage trend in Literature

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Synonyms for talkathon

noun talkathon

  • filibuster — U.S. Politics. the use of irregular or obstructive tactics by a member of a legislative assembly to prevent the adoption of a measure generally favored or to force a decision against the will of the majority. an exceptionally long speech, as one lasting for a day or days, or a series of such speeches to accomplish this purpose. a member of a legislature who makes such a speech.

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