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discuss

dis·cuss

discuss

 
 
pronunciation:
dih skuhs
features:
Word Combinations (verb), Word History
part of speech: verb
inflections: discusses, discussing, discussed
definition 1: to talk together about.
We met to discuss plans for the party.
synonyms:
talk about
similar words:
air, argue, speak
definition 2: to consider in writing or speech.
In this article, the writer discusses the alternatives to war.
synonyms:
treat
similar words:
analyze, debate, deliberate, investigate, review, talk
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Word History
Discuss comes from a Latin word that means "to shake apart" or "break up."