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speaking
adjective
Definition of SPEAKING
1
a : that speaks : capable of speech b : having a population that speaks a specified language —usually used in combination <English-speaking countries> c : that involves talking or giving speeches <a speaking role> <a speaking tour>
2
: highly significant or expressive : eloquent
3
: resembling a living being or a real object
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First Known Use of SPEAKING
13th century
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