Definitions

1. noun

A rumor or a piece of gossip, especially one that is believed but has not been confirmed

“The news spread quickly, becoming an entendre among the townspeople about the wealthy family’s scandal.”

2. noun

A secondary meaning, especially one that is not immediately apparent

“The poet’s words were full of entendre, and it took the reader a moment to grasp the hidden meaning.”

3. verb

To convey a meaning that is not immediately apparent

“The artist’s sculpture was meant to entendre a message about social justice, but some viewers missed the point.”