(an.) extended verbal expression in speech or writing

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  Dictionary entry overview: What does discourse mean?  

• DISCOURSE (noun)   The noun DISCOURSE has 3 senses:

  Familiarity information: DISCOURSE used as a noun is uncommon.

• DISCOURSE (verb)   The verb DISCOURSE has 3 senses:

  Familiarity information: DISCOURSE used as a verb is uncommon.

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• DISCOURSE (noun)

Sense 1

Extended verbal expression in speech or writing

Classified under:

Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents

Hypernyms ("discourse" is a kind of...):

language unit ; linguistic unit (one of the natural units into which linguistic messages can be analyzed)

Hyponyms (each of the following is a kind of "discourse"):

context ; context of use ; linguistic context (discourse that surrounds a language unit and helps to determine its interpretation)

Sense 2

An address of a religious nature (usually delivered during a church service)

discourse; preaching ; sermon

address ; speech (the act of delivering a formal spoken communication to an audience)

Domain category:

church ; church service (a service conducted in a house of worship)

evangelism (zealous preaching and advocacy of the gospel)

homily ; preachment (a sermon on a moral or religious topic)

kerugma ; kerygma (preaching the gospel of Christ in the manner of the early church)

baccalaureate (a farewell sermon to a graduating class at their commencement ceremonies)

Instance hyponyms:

Sermon on the Mount (the first major discourse delivered by Jesus (Matthew 5-7 and Luke 6:20-49))

Sense 3

An extended communication (often interactive) dealing with some particular topic

discourse; discussion ; treatment

Context example:

his treatment of the race question is badly biased

communicating ; communication (the activity of communicating; the activity of conveying information)

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)

Derivation:

discourse (to consider or examine in speech or writing)

• DISCOURSE (verb)

To consider or examine in speech or writing

Verbs of telling, asking, ordering, singing

discourse; discuss ; talk about

The class discussed Dante's 'Inferno'

Hypernyms (to "discourse" is one way to...):

address ; cover ; deal ; handle ; plow ; treat (act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression)

Troponyms (each of the following is one way to "discourse"):

descant (talk at great length about something of one's interest)

talk shop (discuss matters that are related to work)

Sentence frames:

Somebody ----s something Somebody ----s somebody Something ----s somebody Something ----s something

Sentence examples:

Sam and Sue discourse Sam wants to discourse with Sue

discourse (an extended communication (often interactive) dealing with some particular topic)

Carry on a conversation

converse ; discourse

speak ; talk (exchange thoughts; talk with)

argue ; contend ; debate ; fence (have an argument about something)

interview ; question (conduct an interview in television, newspaper, and radio reporting)

interview (discuss formally with (somebody) for the purpose of an evaluation)

interview (go for an interview in the hope of being hired)

chaffer ; chat ; chatter ; chew the fat ; chit-chat ; chitchat ; claver ; confab ; confabulate ; gossip ; jaw ; natter ; shoot the breeze ; visit (talk socially without exchanging too much information)

Somebody ----s Somebody ----s PP

Talk at length and formally about a topic

discourse; dissertate ; hold forth

The speaker dissertated about the social politics in 18th century England

Sentence frame:

Somebody ----s on something

  Context examples  

Do with me and for me as you like; but excuse me from much discourse —my breath is short—I feel a spasm when I speak." All three surveyed me, and all three were silent.

(Jane Eyre, by Charlotte Brontë)

She had been graciously pleased to approve of both of the discourses which he had already had the honour of preaching before her.

(Pride and Prejudice, by Jane Austen)

Catherine feared, as she listened to their discourse , that he indulged himself a little too much with the foibles of others.

(Northanger Abbey, by Jane Austen)

Some doubts always lingered in her mind when they parted, which could only be removed by another half hour's discourse with himself.

(Sense and Sensibility, by Jane Austen)

So ended their discourse , which, for any very appropriate service it could render Fanny, might as well have been spared, for Mrs. Norris had not the smallest intention of taking her.

(Mansfield Park, by Jane Austen)

Shall I ever forget how, in a moment, he was the most sanguine of men, looking on to fortune; or how Mrs. Micawber presently discoursed about the habits of the kangaroo!

(David Copperfield, by Charles Dickens)

The universe of discourse that surrounds a language unit and helps to determine its interpretation.

(Context, NCI Thesaurus)

I listened to this discourse with the extremest agony.

(Frankenstein, by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley)

It was the picture of St. Remi, man, of which I have been discoursing .

(The White Company, by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle)

He added, that he had heard too much upon the subject of war, both in this and some former discourses .

(Gulliver's Travels into several remote nations of the world, by Jonathan Swift)

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“That’s not what I meant!” Most people have made a statement like that at least once, if not many times. Oral communication between people can often result in misunderstanding, frustration and, if you are lucky, lots of laughter. Why does this happen? Words can hold different meanings for different people, because meaning inheres in people’s minds and not in the word itself. Public speakers are increasingly being challenged to reach beyond the comfort zone of speaking to audiences predominantly from their own culture, where their communicative ability is fairly high and to study and adapt to diverse audiences, where their intercultural communication competency will be challenged. This section explains how language and culture influence each other and what public speakers can do to use words effectively with multi- cultural audiences.

What we have to do... is to find a way to celebrate our diversity and debate our differences without fracturing our communities. ~ Hillary Clinton

the triangle of meaning

"What's in a name? That which we call a rose by any other name would smell as sweet." This quote from Shakespeare reminds us that words are merely symbols, with little or no logical or semantic connection with the real life object or action they represent. Words as symbols are created through mutual social agreement and are fairly arbitrary. For instance, the word "rose" refers to a sweet-smelling flower that comes in different colors. Why call it a "rose"? We could have decided to call it "chethi." In other words, the word "rose" is arbitrary and must be learned. Speakers of each language have to learn to associate their language's symbols with their referents. The symbolic. arbitrary nature of language has been represented as the triangle of meaning, with symbol. referent and thought foaming the points of the triangle, as shown in the diagram below (Ogden and Richards, 1927; as cited in Cooper et al., 2007). To illustrate, the word rose is a symbol of the actual object in nature. The actual object is the referent, and the image of a rose that comes to mind is the thought.

In Figure \(\PageIndex{1}\) above, the symbol and the referent are connected by a dotted line, indicating that the symbol and its referent are not directly connected. Rather. they are connected only by the thought in the minds of speakers and recipients. This lack of direct connection between the symbol and the referent can cause issues especially when the referent is an abstract concept such as duty and respect. Culturally diverse audiences, who will have different symbols and thoughts regarding everyday objects or abstract concepts, challenge public speakers. Further, public speakers must also be aware of different meanings that words can take.

denotative versus connotative meaning

Words can have denotative or connotative meanings A denotative meaning is the socially agreed-upon meaning that can be found in a conventional dictionary. On the other hand, connotative meaning is the meaning attached to a word over time based on personal experiences and associations. For instance, the word "immigrant" is defined in the Merriam-Webster online dictionary as "a person who comes to a country to take up permanent residence." However, the connotative meaning of immigrant arises in part from people's experience with immigrants. whether positive or negative. Public speakers must stay aware of the connotative meanings that diverse audiences might attach to their words. Interculturally competent speakers need to carefully choose words that will encode their ideas well to evoke the intended reaction and that will not offend the audience. Gamble and Gamble (1998) contend that strategic word choice might be public speakers' most powerful tool. Appropriate word choice refers to choosing words that are inclusive and avoiding sexist, racist and ageist language. For instance, in certain cultures elders are highly valued and given a lot of respect. While talking to a diverse audience, speakers must avoid language that demeans the elderly, or any other segment of the audience for that matter. Some examples of the types of words to avoid are given in Table \(\PageIndex{1}\).

communication style

The interculturally competent public speaker strives to learn the preferences in communication styles that a diverse audience may have. For example, Asians often prefer an implicit, subtle style of communication, while North Americans prefer more explicit, direct styles. Gudykunst and Ting-Toomey (1988) have identified two classes of communication styles that have a direct bearing on speech delivery: the direct- versus-indirect styles and the elaborate- versus-succinct styles.

direct versus indirect

Whether speech is direct or indirect is determined by the extent to which speakers place emphasis on the explicitness of verbal communication. In a direct style, speakers place emphasis on the words spoken. Words are chosen for clarity and precision. The intention of the direct-style speaker is to convey as clearly and logically the main idea of the speech, without “beating about the bush.” In such a style, non-verbal cues are not as important as the verbal message. Speakers from low-context cultures most often use this communication style.

In an indirect style, speakers place emphasis on the context of the speech rather than the words spoken. In the indirect style, meaning inheres in the context or is internalized with the people who are communicating. A competent speaker or listener in such a situation would be one who understands the context: where the words are spoken, who is speaking and to whom. People from high-context cultures usually employ the indirect style. Often people from high-context cultures might find people from low- context cultures too abrupt, straightforward and insensitive, while people from low-context cultures might not understand why people from high- context cultures never seem to “get to the point.”

Sometimes one creates a dynamic impression by saying something, and sometimes one creates a significant an impression by remaining silent. ~ Dalai Lama

elaborate versus succinct

These styles range on a continuum, with elaborate and succinct styles at the extremes and an exacting style at the mid-point. In an elaborate style, speakers use fairly rich language filled with proverbs, idioms, quotations and metaphors. For example, speakers from Arab countries and Mexico tend to use this style. On the other end of the spectrum, speakers employing a succinct style use a lot of silences, pauses, indirectness, circumlocution and understatement to convey their main ideas. The Japanese and people from a number of other Asian countries tend to use this style. In the middle of the continuum lies the exacting style wherein the speaker will give precisely the required amount of information — nothing more, nothing less. Speakers from Northern Europe and the United States tend to prefer an exacting style of communication.

Faced with a diverse audience, competent speakers will first identify their own communication style and the preferred communication styles of their audience. They then adjust and adapt their communication style so that the audience will welcome the message.

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Enhancing Verbal Expression: A Guide to Speech and Language Therapy Worksheets

Welcome to my blog! In today’s post, we will explore the world of speech and language therapy worksheets and how they can enhance verbal expression. Verbal expression plays a crucial role in social emotional development, and these worksheets are valuable tools in helping individuals improve their communication skills. So, let’s dive in and discover the benefits of using speech and language therapy worksheets!

Understanding Verbal Expression

Verbal expression refers to the ability to convey thoughts, ideas, and emotions through spoken words. It involves various components, such as vocabulary, grammar, articulation, and social interaction. However, many individuals face challenges in verbal expression, which can impact their overall communication skills and social interactions.

Common challenges in verbal expression include difficulties with articulation, limited vocabulary, poor grammar and syntax, and struggles in engaging in meaningful conversations. These challenges can hinder individuals from effectively expressing themselves and connecting with others.

Benefits of Speech and Language Therapy Worksheets

Speech and language therapy worksheets offer numerous benefits in promoting language development, enhancing communication skills, and improving social interaction. These worksheets provide structured exercises and activities that target specific areas of verbal expression, making the learning process more engaging and effective.

By using speech and language therapy worksheets, individuals can:

Promote Language Development

Language development is crucial for effective verbal expression. Speech and language therapy worksheets provide opportunities for individuals to expand their vocabulary, learn new words, and improve their understanding of language concepts. These worksheets often include exercises that focus on word associations, categorization, and semantic relationships, helping individuals develop a strong foundation in language skills.

Enhance Communication Skills

Effective communication involves more than just using words. It requires individuals to understand non-verbal cues, interpret social contexts, and engage in meaningful conversations. Speech and language therapy worksheets incorporate activities that target these skills, such as role-playing scenarios, practicing turn-taking, and understanding emotions. By engaging in these activities, individuals can enhance their communication skills and become more confident in expressing themselves.

Improve Social Interaction

Verbal expression is closely tied to social interaction. Individuals who struggle with verbal expression may find it challenging to connect with others and build meaningful relationships. Speech and language therapy worksheets include exercises that focus on social skills, such as initiating conversations, maintaining eye contact, and understanding social cues. These activities help individuals improve their social interaction skills, leading to more successful and fulfilling relationships.

Types of Speech and Language Therapy Worksheets

Speech and language therapy worksheets come in various types, each targeting specific areas of verbal expression. Here are some common types of worksheets:

Articulation Worksheets

Articulation worksheets focus on improving speech sound production. They include exercises that help individuals practice specific sounds and correct any articulation errors. These worksheets often include visual cues and prompts to assist individuals in producing sounds accurately.

Vocabulary-Building Worksheets

Vocabulary-building worksheets aim to expand an individual’s vocabulary. They include activities that introduce new words, reinforce word meanings, and encourage word usage in different contexts. These worksheets may involve matching words with their definitions, completing sentences with appropriate words, or categorizing words based on their meanings.

Grammar and Syntax Worksheets

Grammar and syntax worksheets focus on improving sentence structure and grammar skills. They include exercises that target various grammar rules, such as subject-verb agreement, verb tenses, and sentence formation. These worksheets often involve filling in the blanks, rearranging words to form grammatically correct sentences, and identifying errors in sentence structure.

Conversation and Social Skills Worksheets

Conversation and social skills worksheets aim to improve individuals’ ability to engage in meaningful conversations and understand social cues. These worksheets include activities that focus on turn-taking, topic initiation, active listening, and understanding non-verbal cues. They may involve role-playing scenarios, practicing social greetings, or identifying emotions based on facial expressions.

How to Use Speech and Language Therapy Worksheets

Using speech and language therapy worksheets effectively involves setting goals and objectives, incorporating the worksheets into therapy sessions, and monitoring progress to adjust strategies accordingly.

Setting Goals and Objectives

Before using speech and language therapy worksheets, it is essential to identify the specific areas of verbal expression that need improvement. Set clear goals and objectives that are measurable and achievable. For example, a goal could be to improve articulation by correctly producing specific sounds or to expand vocabulary by learning a certain number of new words.

Incorporating Worksheets into Therapy Sessions

Integrate speech and language therapy worksheets into therapy sessions to provide structured practice and reinforcement. Start with activities that match the individual’s current skill level and gradually increase the difficulty level as they progress. Use the worksheets as a guide to target specific skills and provide feedback and guidance during the sessions.

Monitoring Progress and Adjusting Strategies

Regularly monitor the individual’s progress by tracking their performance on the worksheets. Assess whether they are meeting the set goals and objectives and make adjustments to the strategies if needed. If certain areas are not improving as expected, consider modifying the approach or seeking guidance from a speech language pathologist.

Additional Strategies to Enhance Verbal Expression

While speech and language therapy worksheets are valuable tools, there are additional strategies that can further enhance verbal expression:

Encouraging Storytelling and Narrative Skills

Storytelling and narrative skills play a significant role in verbal expression. Encourage individuals to share their stories, whether real or imaginary, and guide them in organizing their thoughts and structuring their narratives. This practice helps improve their ability to express ideas coherently and engage listeners.

Engaging in Role-Play and Pretend Play Activities

Role-play and pretend play activities provide opportunities for individuals to practice different social scenarios and develop their communication skills. Encourage them to take on different roles, express themselves in various contexts, and engage in interactive play with others. These activities help individuals become more comfortable in expressing themselves and understanding social dynamics.

Using Visual Aids and Prompts

Visual aids and prompts can support individuals in verbal expression by providing visual cues and reminders. Use pictures, charts, or diagrams to help individuals understand and remember vocabulary words, grammar rules, or conversation strategies. Visual aids can enhance comprehension and facilitate the transfer of knowledge into practical communication skills.

Resources for Speech and Language Therapy Worksheets

There are various resources available for speech and language therapy worksheets:

Online Platforms and Websites

Explore online platforms and websites that offer a wide range of speech and language therapy worksheets. EverydaySpeech is an excellent resource that provides a comprehensive library of worksheets targeting different areas of verbal expression. They offer a free trial to get started, so you can experience the benefits firsthand.

Books and Publications

Books and publications by speech language pathologists are valuable resources for finding speech and language therapy worksheets. Look for books that focus on specific areas of verbal expression and offer practical exercises and activities. These resources can provide additional guidance and support in enhancing communication skills.

Collaborating with Speech Language Pathologists

Collaborating with speech language pathologists can be highly beneficial in accessing specialized speech and language therapy worksheets. They can provide personalized recommendations and create customized worksheets based on individual needs. Working with a speech language pathologist ensures that the worksheets align with specific goals and objectives.

Verbal expression plays a crucial role in social emotional development, and speech and language therapy worksheets are powerful tools in enhancing communication skills. By using these worksheets, individuals can promote language development, improve communication skills, and enhance social interaction. Additionally, incorporating additional strategies such as storytelling, role-play, and visual aids can further enhance verbal expression. Explore the resources available, including EverydaySpeech’s free trial, to embark on a journey towards enhanced communication skills and meaningful connections.

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Now that we have all stocked up on great new materials, I wanted to share one of my favorite programs that I use with my students.  When my students work on describing,  using the fun activities I get from TpT , they use a system that has helped them leaps and bounds. Today I want to share the Expanding Expressions Tool ( EET ) with you.  I saw this tool advertised is a speech magazine, either Advanve or the ASHA Leader ( I can’t remember which ) and my interest was peeked. I was struggling to find a way to make describing easier for my students to understand. I had used other books and programs that would help a bit but not enough for my students to fully grasp the strategies. They seemed to be missing some connecting piece for their ideas, what information to include, and how they are supposed to get their point across. I needed something concrete for them  to use to understand. I had created my own acronym for them, but the EET took everything a step farther. I did a bit more research and was hooked.  This tool had everything I needed: a concrete system, manipulatives, practice sheets, etc. So I decided to take the plunge!

The EET is a multisensory approach to improving oral ( expressive ) and written language.  Yes, it targets writing too! You get a bead strand that kind of looks like a caterpillar.  Each bead is a different color.  The color corresponds to a component of information that may be needed to talk about something: category, function, appearance, what is it made from, parts, location, and there is a bead for including prior knowledge. I let me students use this as a way to share a ‘fun fact’ about the subject. You also get a visual aide poster, cards with real object pictures to use for practice, dice with the EET colors to use for games, guidance stickers that can be placed on sutdent’s papers to help with writing, and an awesome manual with lots of practice pages for each section and instructions for you.  When stuents are starting out they take each bead and given information about an object depending on what bead they are on. When they are done providing that piece of information they slide the bead up and move to the next one.

I made some individual posters for each component since some of my students have vision issues and it made going over the colors/beads a bit easier for a group. Some of my students have severe learning disabilties. I was mostly interested to see how they would respond to it. The first time I used it I  wanted to see a before and after. I have them write down a description of an apple. I happend to have an apple in my lunch so I placed that in the middle of the table for inspiration 🙂  The descriptions they had were very basic: ” It’s red and you can eat it.” or ” It red and a fruit.” These descriptions were fine, but very basic. Definitly not what would be expected for students their age. I asked them, ” What else can you say?”. That’s when one of my students said the perfect lead in for the EET, ” I don’t know what else to say.”  After going through the EET process there were able to give me full paragraph descriptions. Things seemed to click more, they knew what they were supposed to do. By the end of the week they could tell me what each bead stood for and what type of information it wanted. I had never seen them catch on to anything so quickly.

The EET site has links to videos that demonstrate how it is used as well as research to back up their program. You can find a lot of really good you tube videos as well. You can  click here  to check out their site. I reviewed some of these before I taught my kids the strategy. I was really amazed with how fast they caught on. We went through the beads colors and their meaning in kind of a sing-song method and they seemed to help them retain the information. They all wanted to use the ‘caterpillar’ and move the beads to describe the practice pictures we were using. They were very engaged.

I have been utilizing this program in my room over the past year and I have seen so much growth in my students. So if you need something to help your students with planning their expressive langauge this is something I highly recommend.  It is a concrete system for students to grap, it provides you with all the materials you will need, and it is engaging for the students. Talk about a triple threat!

* For those SLPs living in the Land of Lincoln ( that’s Illinois for the rest of you folks ), the creator of the EET, Sara Smith with be speaking at ISHA! ISHA is February 7-9. * Speech Room New’s own Jenna Rayburn with also be presenting at ISHA this year!

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I purchased the kit after doing lots of research. I read the manual which covers the program very well, so I felt very confident using it with my students. I was able to attend Sara Smith’s presentation at ISHA this year. She discussed what was mainly in the manual although she did state that as you teach the system to your students, to always teach all the beads during a session and not fixate to much on one. If a student is having a difficult time with one concept, take the time to address it but make sure the whole system is taught.

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What Is It?

The Expanding Expression Tool (EET) was created by Sara L. Smith – a speech-language pathologist with a specialty in language processing and multi-sensory approaches to language development. Simply put, EET is a research-based tool to help expand a child’s language. It uses a multi-sensory approach to assist in expanding language from simple general descriptions of objects all the way to writing reports for school. The ability to express beyond labeling helps develop a child’s ability to categorize, compare and contrast, make associations, use and understand attributes, and more.

The Expanding Expression Tool is a mnemonic device using colored beads and visual supports to help a child express the following:

• What category does the object belong to?
• What does it do?
• What does the object look like in regards to size, shape, and color?
• What is it made of?
• What are the different parts of the object?
• Where do you find it?
• Anything else you know about the object?

 As a child obtains the ability to answer the above questions, answers can eventually be expanded to sentences and paragraphs.

Try It at Home!

The techniques outlined by the Expanding Expression Tool can be used throughout your child’s daily life! To use EET in the most basic sense, pick an object and begin answering the questions mentioned previously. For example, while you’re sitting at the dinner table, you could describe a fork:

• What category does the object belong to? Silverware
• What does it do? Picks up food
• What does the object look like in regards to size, shape, and color? Silver, rectangular, small
• What is it made of? Metal/plastic
• What are the different parts of the object? Tines, slots, and handle
• Where do you find it? In the kitchen, at restaurants, at the cafeteria at school, etc.
• Anything else you know about the object? You can’t eat soup with a fork!

The official Expanding Expression Tool kit has all of the tactile and visual supports needed for implementation. It also includes games, posters, and various writing prompts. For more information on the Expanding Expression Tool or to purchase your own EET kit, visit  https://www.expandingexpression.com/index/

Additional resources and ideas for use of EET can be found on Pinterest and Teachers Pay Teachers.

Freebie:  https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Expanding-Expression-Tool-EET-Visual-FREEBIE-5100803

-Kay Caprez, Speech Therapist

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Synonyms for discourse in English

• discourse ; treatment ; discussion ; sermon ; preaching
• discourse ; hold forth ; dissertate ; converse ; discuss ; talk about

Detailed Synonyms for discourse in English

• discourse [ the ~ ] noun

the discourse

• his treatment of the race question is badly biased 1
• the book contains an excellent discussion of modal logic 1
• sermon [ the ~ ] noun
• preaching [ the ~ ] noun

to discourse verb (discourses, discoursed, discoursing)

To discourse.

• discourse verb (discourses, discoursed, discoursing)
• hold forth verb (holds forth, held forth, holding forth)
• The speaker dissertated about the social politics in 18th century England 1
• converse verb (converses, conversed, conversing)
• The class discussed Dante's `Inferno' 1
• talk about verb (talks about, talked about, talking about)

Conjugations for discourse:

Simple past, present perfect.

• have discoursed
• has discoursed

past continuous

• was discoursing
• were discoursing
• shall discourse
• will discourse

continuous present

• am discoursing
• are discoursing
• is discoursing

subjunctive

• be discoursed
• let's discourse!
• discoursing

Alternate Synonyms for "discourse":

• language unit ; linguistic unit
• sermon ; preaching ; address ; speech
• discussion ; treatment ; communication ; communicating
• talk about ; discuss ; cover ; treat ; handle ; plow ; deal ; address
• converse ; talk ; speak
• hold forth ; dissertate

Related Definitions for "discourse":

• extended verbal expression in speech or writing 1
• an extended communication (often interactive) dealing with some particular topic 1
• an address of a religious nature (usually delivered during a church service) 1
• talk at length and formally about a topic 1
• carry on a conversation 1
• to consider or examine in speech or writing 1

Related Synonyms for discourse

• direct discourse
• indirect discourse
• universe of discourse
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Definition of digression

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see digress

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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