Telling (Noun)
Meaning 1
An act of narration; "he was the hero according to his own relation"; "his endless recounting of the incident eventually became unbearable".
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The telling of the story was so vivid that it felt like we were right there with the characters.
- Her telling of the joke was hilarious, with perfect comedic timing and inflection.
- The telling of the legend has been passed down through generations, with each retelling adding its own unique twist.
- The old man's telling of his war experiences was a riveting and emotional experience for all who listened.
- The telling of the myth was an integral part of the cultural heritage of the community, and was often performed during special ceremonies.
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Meaning 2
Disclosing information or giving evidence about another.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
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Meaning 3
Informing by words.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.