discourse

Noun
  1. Extended verbal expression in speech or writing (synset 106295430)
    is a type of: language unit, linguistic unit - one of the natural units into which linguistic messages can be analyzed
    subtypes: context, context of use, linguistic context - discourse that surrounds a language unit and helps to determine its interpretation
  2. An address of a religious nature (usually delivered during a church service) (synset 107258497)
    referred to in: church, church service - a service conducted in a house of worship
    is a type of: address, speech - the act of delivering a formal spoken communication to an audience
    subtypes:
    • baccalaureate - a farewell sermon to a graduating class at their commencement ceremonies
    • kerugma, kerygma - preaching the gospel of Christ in the manner of the early church
    • evangelism - zealous preaching and advocacy of the gospel
    • homily, preachment - a sermon on a moral or religious topic
    specific instances: sermon on the mount - the first major discourse delivered by Jesus (Matthew 5-7 and Luke 6:20-49)
    same as: preaching, sermon
  3. An extended communication (often interactive) dealing with some particular topic (synset 107152793)
    "the book contains an excellent discussion of modal logic"; "his treatment of the race question is badly biased"
    is a type of: communicating, communication - the activity of communicating; the activity of conveying information
    subtypes:
    • detail - extended treatment of particulars
    • dilation - a lengthy discussion (spoken or written) on a particular topic
    • consideration - a discussion of a topic (as in a meeting)
    • talk - discussion; (`talk about' is a less formal alternative for `discussion of')
    • elaboration, enlargement, expansion - a discussion that provides additional information
    same as: discussion, treatment
Verb
  1. To consider or examine in speech or writing (synset 201036184)
    "The author talks about the different aspects of this question"; "The class discussed Dante's `Inferno'"
    is a type of: address, cover, deal, handle, plow, treat - act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression
    subtypes:
    • descant - talk at great length about something of one's interest
    • talk shop - discuss matters that are related to work
    same as: discuss, talk about
  2. Carry on a conversation (synset 200966726)
    is a type of: speak, talk - exchange thoughts; talk with
    subtypes:
    same as: converse
  3. Talk at length and formally about a topic (synset 200816283)
    "The speaker dissertated about the social politics in 18th century England"
    is a type of: speak, talk - exchange thoughts; talk with
    same as: dissertate, hold forth

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