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kibitz

The correct spelling is kibitz.

How to pronounce kibitz

/ˈkɪbɪts/
verb

IPA: /ˈkɪbɪts/

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The correct spelling is kibitz. To make small talk or idle chatter. For example: "Louise and I used to head down to the coffee shop and just sit for hours and kibitz."

Usage Examples

Louise and I used to head down to the coffee shop and just sit for hours and kibitz.

Quit kibitzing! You're giving away my hand!

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To make small talk or idle chatter.
  2. 2.To give unsolicited or unwanted advice or make unhelpful or idle comments, especially to someone playing a game.
  3. 3.To watch a card or board game.

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