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mouth

oral opening / river entrance / to form words silently
Transitive Verb[C] Countable
pl: mouthspast: mouthedpp: moutheding: mouthingcomp: more mouthsup: most mouth

The primary sense focuses on the physical portal of communication and nourishment. It carries a strong association with expression, appetite, and vulnerability. In geographic terms, it represents a point of transition or an exit, mirroring the biological function of letting things out or taking them in. As a verb, the word shifts from a physical object to a silent action. This often implies secrecy, intimacy, or a need for discretion, as the intent is to communicate without being overheard by others.

💬Casual Conversation

🎬Tuesday afternoon, Chloe is in a boring lecture while Eleanor is at home.
Eleanor Smith

CHLOE YOUR COUSIN IS JUST MOUTHING WORDS TO THE CAMERA ON FACEBOOK. SO ODD.

Eleanor Smith
Chloe Smith
Chloe Smith

lmao he's probably just lip syncing to a trend grandma. total cringe.

💡
Eleanor uses 'mouthing words' to describe someone moving their lips without sound, while Chloe responds with internet slang ('lmao', 'cringe') and the phrasal verb 'lip syncing', highlighting the generational gap in how they perceive social media behavior.

Meanings

Nounoral opening

The opening in the face of a human or animal through which food is taken in and sounds are emitted.

"She opened her mouth to speak but no words came out."

Nounriver entrance

The place where a river enters the sea or another body of water.

"The city was built near the mouth of the Mississippi River."

Transitive Verbto form words silently

To form words with the lips without making any sound.

"He mouthed 'I love you' from across the crowded room."

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