Definition of Rumor
Rumor
ru·mor
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
an opinion or story that is spread widely but whose source or validity is not known;
e.g. They discussed the rumor of the relationship between the actors.
(noun)
a statement that has been circulated but whose truth is doubtful;
e.g. The FDA is investigating a rumor of fraudulent health products.
(verb)
to tell or spread unverified stories or information, i.e. to circulate rumors;
e.g. She began to rumor information about the celebrity's personal life.
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