palaver
UK/pә'lɑ:vә/US
GREC2
Definitions
n.
Unnecessary or lengthy talk; tedious fuss or bother
废话，闲聊；麻烦，繁琐
v.
To talk at length in a tedious or flattering way
唠叨，奉承，交涉
Root Breakdown
Loanwordpalaverother
=palaver
Example Sentences
- 1.
Without all the palaver, he simply stated his requirements clearly.
- 2.
The salesman's palaver was meant to distract customers from the product's flaws.
- 3.
She palavaered endlessly about her accomplishments at the dinner party.