crosstalk

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun the presence of an unwanted signal via an accidental coupling

Etymology

From cross- + talk. Usage in reference to the Chinese comedic performance is probably a loose calque from Chinese 相聲/相声 (xiàngsheng).

In classic literature

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