MOUTHING Meaning and
Definition
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Mouthing refers to the act of uttering or forming words or sounds with one's mouth, typically without producing any actual sound or making only vague and indistinct sounds. It involves the movement of the lips, tongue, and other parts of the mouth in order to simulate speech. This can be observed in people who are either trying to silently articulate words and sentences, or in individuals who are incapable of speaking due to physical or medical conditions.
Mouthing can also refer to the action of shaping words or sounds with one's mouth in a way that distorts or alters the original intended pronunciation. This can occur unintentionally, such as when a person has difficulty enunciating certain sounds or words, resulting in a form of unclear speech. It can also occur deliberately, when someone purposely changes their speech patterns for reasons such as mimicry, mockery, or mimicry.
Additionally, the term "mouthing" can also describe the act of pronouncing words silently or with minimal sound. This is often employed by actors, singers, or performers who need to convey the impression of speaking or singing without actually producing audible sound. In this context, mouthing involves the precise coordination of lip movements and expressions to synchronize with the dialogue or lyrics being communicated. This technique is commonly used in theatrical performances, lip-syncing, or situations where background or pre-recorded audio is used.
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• Uttering with an affected swelling mouth.
• An affected swelling manner of speaking.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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Etymology of MOUTHING
The word "mouthing" has its roots in Old English. It comes from the verb "mūþian", which means "to move the mouth or lips without producing sound". The Old English term is derived from the Proto-Germanic word "*mudōną". This word, in turn, traces back to the Proto-Indo-European root "*mewdʰ-", meaning "to lower, be blunt". Over time, the meaning of "mouthing" has expanded to include actions such as mimicking or imitating speech without actually producing intelligible sound.
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Conjugate verb Mouthing
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