Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

gossip-mill

noun

/ˈɡɒsɪp mɪl/

Definition

A gossip-mill refers to a place or environment where rumors and unverified information are shared and circulated, often regarding people’s personal lives or trivial matters.

Examples

In the small town, the local café became the gossip-mill, where everyone shared the latest news about their neighbors.
She tried to avoid the gossip-mill at work, knowing that rumors could spread quickly and affect her reputation.

Meaning

The term implies an ongoing process of gossiping, where stories or pieces of news are passed around quickly and frequently, usually without confirmation of their truthfulness.