discourse

Definition

• n. extended verbal expression in speech or writing
• v. to consider or examine in speech or writing

Word forms

Present participle

discoursing

Past tense

discoursed

Third person singular

discourses

Past participle

discoursed

Example sentences

1. n.

   The professor gave a fascinating discourse on the importance of renewable energy.

2. vi.

   During the meeting, they began to discourse about the challenges facing the company.