Synonyms: rumor, rumour, hearsay
Definition: gossip (usually a mixture of truth and untruth) passed around by word of mouth
Similar words: scuttlebutt, gossip, comment
Definition: a report (often malicious) about the behavior of other people
Usage: the divorce caused much gossip
Synonyms: hearsay
Definition: heard through another rather than directly
Usage: hearsay information
Similar words: indirect
Definition: extended senses; not direct in manner or language or behavior or action
Usage: making indirect but legitimate inquiries; an indirect insult; doubtless they had some indirect purpose in mind; though his methods are indirect they are not dishonest; known as a shady indirect fellow