Meaning of 'Chinese whispers'
What does the saying 'Chinese whispers' mean?
Idiom: Chinese whispers
Meaning:
When a story is told from person to person, especially if it is gossip or scandal, it inevitably gets distorted and exaggerated. This process is called Chinese whispers.
Country: British English 
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Subject Area: Nationality or ethnicity |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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