CHATTER


Meaning of CHATTER in English

v. & n.

v.intr. 1 talk quickly, incessantly, trivially, or indiscreetly. 2 (of a bird) emit short quick notes. 3 (of the teeth) click repeatedly together (usu. from cold). 4 (of a tool) clatter from vibration.

n. 1 chattering talk or sounds. 2 the vibration of a tool. chatterer n. chattery adj.

[ ME: imit. ]

Concise Oxford English dictionary.      Краткий оксфордский словарь английского языка.