Meaning & use
Talebearer
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A person who maliciously spreads gossip or reveals secrets about others.
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The office talebearer made sure everyone knew about the manager's private conversation by lunchtime.
No one trusted the talebearer with sensitive information after she leaked the plan.
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A compound of "tale" (story) and "bearer" (one who carries); the word has carried negative connotations since at least the 16th century.
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