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Definitions for kibitz
ˈkɪb ɪtskib·itz
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Princeton's WordNet
kibitz, kibbitzverb
make unwanted and intrusive comments
Wiktionary
kibitzverb
To chat; to gossip; to make small talk or idle chatter.
Louise and I used to head down to the coffee shop and just sit for hours and kibitz.
kibitzverb
To give unsolicited or unwanted advice or make unhelpful or idle comments, especially to someone playing a game.
Quit kibitzing! You're giving away my hand!
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kibitz
Kibitz is a term primarily used to describe the act of chatting casually or talking informally, especially about trivial or idle matters. In addition, it can also refer to the act of offering unwanted or unsolicited advice or comments, often in a specific situation such as a game or event, without directly partaking in the activity. This term originates from Yiddish language.
Usage in printed sourcesFrom:
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Numerology
Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of kibitz in Chaldean Numerology is: 8
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of kibitz in Pythagorean Numerology is: 5
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