discourse
/ˈdɪs.kɔːs/
Expression in words, either speech or writing; Verbal exchange, conversation; A conversation; A formal lengthy exposition of some subject, either spoken or written
- plural
- discourses
Meanings
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Expression in words, either speech or writing
Are you afraid of an open discourse with the students?
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Verbal exchange, conversation
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A conversation
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A formal lengthy exposition of some subject, either spoken or written
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Any rational expression, reasonrare
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An institutionalized way of thinking, a social boundary defining what can be said about a specific topic (after Michel Foucault)rare
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Lengthy, often heated debate over controversial subject matter, particularly within fandom and activist spaces. Sometimes rendered as a proper noun with the definite article (i.e. "the Discourse")rare
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Dealing; transactionrare