1. noun /ˈɹuː.mə,ˈɹuː.mɚ/
a) A statement or claim of questionable accuracy, from no known reliable source, usually spread by word of mouth.
Theres a rumor going round that hes going to get married.
b) Information or misinformation of the kind contained in such claims.
They say he used to be a thief, but thats just rumor.
2. verb /ˈɹuː.mə,ˈɹuː.mɚ/
To tell a rumor about; to gossip.
John is rumored to be next in line for a promotion.
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