Etymology

talebearer

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Today it means: An indiscreet person who spreads gossip or blame. Full definition →

Middle English taleberer
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  1. Middle English · inherited fromtaleberer
  2. English todaytalebearer

From Middle English taleberer; equivalent to tale + bearer.

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