To talk at cross purposes with; to speak in such a way that a listener fails to understand one's meaning.

(idiomatic, uncountable) Flirtatious conversation, used as foreplay or for seduction. / (countable) An explanation of sex given to a child.

(derogatory, informal) the traditional method of teaching, consisting mainly of talking and writing on a chalkboard.

plural of pep talk

Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see talk, about. (Compare discuss.) / (idiomatic, colloquial, imperative) Used to draw attention to the speaker's characterization of someone or something

(broadcasting) A television or radio programme in which a host converses on various topics with guests who may be experts, celebrities, or members of the listening or viewing audience.

(slang, vulgar, Britain) To talk badly about something. / (slang, vulgar, Britain) To talk nonsense or to lie.

A talk during a conference or similar meeting that is scheduled at a time when everyone can attend, e.g. at a time when nothing else is scheduled.

(idiomatic) Statements which are boastful or exaggerated. / (idiomatic) Major topic of conversation; current gossip.

Alternative form of table talk