speak

(noun, verb)

noun

1. language, jargon, or terminology used uniquely in a particular environment or group.

- Corporate speak; IT speak

2. (dated) a low class bar, a speakeasy.

verb

1. express in speech

Similar word(s): mouth, talk, utter, verbalise, verbalize

Definition categories: communication, communicate, intercommunicate

2. exchange thoughts; talk with

Similar word(s): talk

Definition categories: communication, communicate, intercommunicate

3. use language

- the prisoner won't speak

- they speak a strange dialect

Similar word(s): talk

Definition categories: communication, communicate, intercommunicate

4. give a speech to

Similar word(s): address

Definition categories: communication

5. make a characteristic or natural sound

Definition categories: perception, sound

Sentences with speak as a verb:

- I was so surprised I couldn't speak.

- This evening I shall speak on the topic of correct English usage.

- He speaks Mandarin fluently.

- I was so surprised that I couldn't speak a word.

- Sorry, I don't speak idiot.