chin–wag

noun \ˈchin-ˌwag\

: a friendly conversation

Full Definition of CHIN-WAG

slang

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1879

Synonyms: backchat, cackle, causerie, chatter, chin music, chin-wag [slang], chitchat, confab, confabulation, gab, gabfest, gossip, jangle, jaw, natter [chiefly British], palaver, patter, rap, schmooze, small talk, table talk, talk, tête-à-tête

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