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Hearsay Definition & Meaning

hearsay
adjective
  1. heard through another rather than directly; "hearsay information"
noun
  1. gossip (usually a mixture of truth and untruth) passed around by word of mouth

"Hearsay" in song lyrics

See how hearsay is used in real songs:

  • "Feds, hearsay"
    MF Grimm — Vultures
  • "Don't believe all the hearsay"
    Showbiz & A.G. — Soul Clap (Original)
  • "admissible hearsay"
    AOL — AOL

Words that rhyme with hearsay

Usage tips for "hearsay"

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Frequently asked questions

What does hearsay mean?
heard through another rather than directly; "hearsay information" gossip (usually a mixture of truth and untruth) passed around by word of mouth
What part of speech is hearsay?
Hearsay is an adjective and a noun.
How many definitions does hearsay have?
Hearsay has 2 definitions across 2 parts of speech (adjective, noun).

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