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allmouth

|all-mouth|

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/ˈɔːlmaʊθ/

talk without action

Etymology
Etymology Information

'allmouth' originates from the combination of 'all' and 'mouth', where 'all' meant 'entirely' and 'mouth' referred to 'speech or talk'.

Historical Evolution

'allmouth' has remained relatively unchanged in its form and meaning since its inception in English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'entirely talkative without action', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

describing someone who talks a lot but does not take action.

He promised to help, but he's allmouth.

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Last updated: 2025/06/27 08:36