get a word in edgewise

== English == === Etymology === The use of the word edgewise or edgeways (“with the edge facing in the direction of movement”) is metaphorical, suggesting that the gap or opportunity for a person to speak is very slim. === Pronunciation === (Received Pronunciation) IPA(key): /ˌɡɛt ə ˈwɜːd ɪn ˈɛdʒwaɪz/ (General American) IPA(key): /ˌɡɛt ə ˈwɝd ɪn ˈɛdʒwaɪz/ Hyphenation: get a word in edge‧wise === Verb === get a word in edgewise (third-person singular simple present gets a word in edgewise, present participle getting a word in edgewise, simple past got a word in edgewise, past participle (UK) got a word in edgewise or (US) gotten a word in edgewise) (US, usually derogatory) To break into or participate in a conversation, especially where there is much interruption by other speakers. ==== Alternative forms ==== get a word in edgeways (Britain) ==== Translations ====