~Gossip- A Definition

Dictionary.com(1) offers four definitions for gossip that will be referenced throughout this site:

gossip (n)

1. rumor or talk of a personal, sensational or intimate nature

2. a person who habitually spreads intimate or private rumors or facts

3. trivial, chatty talk or writing

~Things to keep in mind:

• The definition for gossip includes both oral communication and written communication.
• The definition refers to gossip as both trivial and intimate.
• Gossip is identified as both rumors and facts.

~Redefining Gossip

Combining these definitions, gossip will be used as:

trivial writing or talk of an intimate nature about someone else, in either rumors or facts.