interlocution

[ in-ter-luh-kyoo-shuhn ]

noun

1. conversation; dialogue.

interlocution

/ ˌɪntəlɒˈkjuːʃən /

noun

1. conversation, discussion, or dialogue

Word History and Origins

Origin of interlocution¹

1525–35; < Latin interlocūtiōn- (stem of interlocūtiō ) a speaking between, equivalent to interlocūt ( us ) ( interlocutor ) + -iōn- -ion

Example Sentences

And the affectionate and shrewd interlocution by Sanford Schwartz is much appreciated.

From The Daily Beast

This may be held the error of the author which he himself has to confess when he comes to the Divine interlocution.

From Project Gutenberg

Interlocution, in-tėr-lo-kū′shun, n. conference: an intermediate decree before final decision.

From Project Gutenberg

But without further interlocution we proceed onward with our tale.

From Project Gutenberg

Related Words

• argument
• conference
• consultation
• conversation
• deliberation
• dialogue
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• symposium
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