schmooseoisie
The class of people whose livelihoods are dependent on talkingThe class of people whose livelihoods are dependent on talking.
Meaning
1 senses(humorous, uncountable)The class of people whose livelihoods are dependent on talking.
Origin
Blend of schmooze + bourgeoisie. Coined by Boston College English professor Paul Lewis inBlend of schmooze + bourgeoisie. Coined by Boston College English professor Paul Lewis in 1992.
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Lessons for this word
1 lessons- A1Countable and uncountable nouns — Because it can be uncountable
See also
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