small-talking1
/ˈsmɔːltɔːkɪŋ/noun
The action of engaging in small talk; light conversation.
Origin
Late 18th century; earliest use found in George Colman. Originally from small talk + -ing. In later use also partly from small-talk + -ing.
small-talking2
/ˈsmɔːltɔːkɪŋ/adjective
That engages in small talk.
Origin
Mid 18th century; earliest use found in The London Chronicle. From small talk + -ing. In later use also partly from small-talk + -ing.