Clavering

/ˈkleɪvərɪŋ/ noun

Definition

The act of chattering, gossiping, or talking excessively; idle talk or gossip.

Etymology

From 'claver' (to chatter) + '-ing' (gerund/present participle). Scottish and Northern English dialect.

Kelly Says

The gerund 'clavering' captures an activity rather than just a person—it's useful in Scottish dialect for describing the constant low hum of gossip that fills communal spaces like markets and taverns.

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