Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Second-Hand Speech.
Second-Hand Speech - as a noun
Overheard conversation (especially overheard cellphone conversation)
Example Sentences
"Her argument was based on second-hand speech and not personal experience."
"The journalist was criticized for relying on second-hand speech in his article."
"I don't trust the information he provided; it was all second-hand speech."
"The politician used second-hand speech to support his claims."
"The professor urged the students to research primary sources instead of relying on second-hand speech."