Meaning of the word "shoot the breeze" in English

What does "shoot the breeze" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

shoot the breeze

US /ʃuːt ðə briːz/

UK /ʃuːt ðə briːz/

to chat in a casual and relaxed way

Example:

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We spent the afternoon just shooting the breeze on the porch.

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Let's grab a coffee and shoot the breeze for a bit.

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