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chinchinning

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chin-chin

[chin-chin] noun, verb, -chinned, -chin⋅ning, interjection
–noun
1. polite and ceremonious speech.
2. light conversation; chitchat.
–verb (used without object)
3. to speak politely and ceremoniously.
4. to talk casually and lightly; chat.
–interjection
5. (used as a greeting or farewell.)
6. (used as a toast, as in drinking to someone's health.)

Origin:
1785–95; < Chin qǐng-qǐng please-please
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