Meaning & use
Palaver
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Prolonged and often unnecessary discussion or fuss, typically involving persuasion or negotiation.
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After all that palaver, they still couldn't agree on a venue.
There was a great deal of palaver before the two tribes reached an agreement.
A note on using this word
Originally referred to a parley or conference, especially between European traders and local people in West Africa.
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2. verb
To talk profusely or engage in idle chatter.
They palavered for hours without reaching a decision.
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