present participle of hush one's mouth

(idiomatic) To speak ill of; to vilify.

(idiomatic) A feeling something is morally despicable as to cause nausea. / (idiomatic) A feeling of guilt, responsibility, or embarrassment as to cause nausea.

(idiomatic) Directly from the source; firsthand.

(idiomatic) firsthand; direct; from the source.

(informal) To speak about things rashly or foolishly, when it would be better to stay silent.

(idiomatic) To say or imply that someone has made a statement or remark which they did not precisely or directly make.

(slang) To make reckless or exaggerated statements.

(humorous) One who does not speak can be sure of not saying anything embarrassing.

(idiomatic) To keep a secret; to refrain from speaking indiscreetly or carelessly; broadly, to refrain from speaking altogether.