Crosstalk

Alternative forms

• cross-talk, cross talk

Origin

cross + talk

Full definition of crosstalk

Noun

1. (electronics) undesirable signals from a neighbouring transmission circuit; undesired coupling between circuits
2. conversation that is incidental to the topic under discussionI couldn't hear the opening address because of all the crosstalk around me.
3. A traditional Chinese comedic performance in the form of a dialogue.

Synonyms

• xiangsheng (a Chinese comedic performance)

Verb

1. To hold an incidental conversation