Scuttlebutt

/ˈskʌt.əl.bʌt/

noun

Rumors or gossip about someone or something.

There's been some scuttlebutt that the company is planning to downsize.

Informal

office scuttlebutt, military scuttlebutt, water cooler scuttlebutt

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Pro Tip 1/3

Use 'scuttlebutt' in casual conversations or informal settings.

For example, 'Have you heard the latest scuttlebutt about the event?'

Pro Tip 2/3

Be mindful that 'scuttlebutt' conveys a sense of unverified information, which may carry negative implications if it's harmfully speculative.

Consider rephrasing as 'I've heard a lot of talk about...' to avoid confusion.

Pro Tip 3/3

In military settings, 'scuttlebutt' can refer to gossip shared among service members, often implying a sense of camaraderie.

For example, 'The scuttlebutt around the barracks is about the upcoming mission.'

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