Definition
To deliver a sermon or religious message, typically from a pulpit or to an audience; more broadly, to earnestly advocate for or promote a belief or principle, often in a passionate or insistent manner. Can carry connotations of being preachy or self-righteous.
Example Usage
She's always preaching about climate change, and honestly, I agree with her message even if the delivery feels heavy-handed.
Origin
From Old French 'precher,' from Latin 'praedicare,' meaning 'to proclaim or announce publicly.'
Fun Fact
In modern slang, 'preach' or 'preach to the choir' can mean speaking passionately about something to an already-convinced audience.
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