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Rumor
/ˈɹuːmə(ɹ)/
A statement or claim of questionable accuracy, from no known reliable source, usually spread by word of mouth.
📖 Definitions of "Rumor"
noun
- 1
A statement or claim of questionable accuracy, from no known reliable source, usually spread by word of mouth.
"There's a rumor going round that he's going to get married."
- 2
Information or misinformation of the kind contained in such claims.
"They say he used to be a thief, but that's just rumor."
verb
- 1
(usually used in the passive voice) To tell a rumor about; to gossip.
"John is rumored to be next in line for a promotion."
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