chalk talk

American  

noun

1. a talk or lecture in which the speaker illustrates points by drawing on a blackboard.

   The coach gave a chalk talk before the big game.

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chalk talk British  

noun

1. an informal lecture with pertinent points, explanatory diagrams, etc, shown on a blackboard

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Etymology

Origin of chalk talk

An Americanism dating back to 1830–40

Example Sentences

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chalk talk

Before a practice scrimmage against rival Evil Geniuses, they get a chalk talk.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 31, 2022

Gruden hosts chalk talk events with youth and high school football players and coaches to provide mentorship and discuss the value of sports participation.

From Washington Times ● Oct. 27, 2016

In the morning and at night Kruger brings them oats, hay and Strategy – the horse feed, not a chalk talk on fast-break design.

From Forbes ● Mar. 25, 2015

Gile said they will focus on film study, chalk talk sessions and drills.

From New York Times ● Jan. 7, 2015

They chalk talk or pump iron when the weather gets wicked.

From "The Running Dream" by Wendelin Van Draanen

Related Words

• class
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