schmooze

American  

[shmooz] / ʃmuz /

Also shmooze sometimes schmoose

verb (used without object)

schmoozed, schmoozing

1. to chat idly; gossip.

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noun

1. idle conversation; chatter.

schmooze British  

/ ʃmuːz /

verb

1. (intr) to chat or gossip

2. (tr) to chat to (someone) for the purposes of self-promotion or to gain some advantage

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noun

1. a trivial conversation; chat

Other Word Forms

• schmoozer noun

Etymology

Origin of schmooze

An Americanism dating back to 1895–1900; from Yiddish, verb use of schmues, from Hebrew shəmūʿōth “reports, gossip”

Example Sentences

"I've lived on the East Coast and for many, many years with Michael, I've never been in LA schmoozing," she told People magazine.

From BBC

Nominees across all 24 categories mingled and schmoozed before taking part in the traditional class photo.

From Los Angeles Times

But since taking over the experiences unit, he has frequently collaborated with colleagues in entertainment and schmoozed with stars at movie premieres and events in the parks.

From The Wall Street Journal

But mostly folks had come to schmooze and to take in the entertainment Davis had arranged.

From Los Angeles Times

There has been no shortage of schmoozing and warm words.

From BBC