"kiss-and-tell" meaning in English

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Adjective

Head templates: {{head|en|adjective|head=kiss-and-tell}} kiss-and-tell
  1. Betraying a confidence by disclosing private information. Related terms: kiss and tell
    Sense id: en-kiss-and-tell-en-adj-1tVCVIs2 Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header

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