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chattering

[ˈtʃætərɪŋ]

chattering Definition

  • 1the sound of people talking quickly and continuously
  • 2the sound of teeth knocking together repeatedly because of cold or fear

Using chattering: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "chattering" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The chattering of the students in the classroom was distracting.

  • Example

    She could hear the chattering of her teeth due to the cold weather.

chattering Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for chattering

Phrases with chattering

  • chattering classes

    people who are interested in politics and social issues and who like to discuss them a lot

    Example

    The chattering classes have been discussing the issue for weeks.

  • a cutting tool that vibrates rapidly, used to remove small amounts of material from a workpiece

    Example

    The dentist used a chattering tool to remove the decayed part of the tooth.

  • a toy monkey that makes a chattering sound when its handle is turned

    Example

    The child was delighted with the chattering monkey toy.

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Summary: chattering in Brief

Chattering [ˈtʃætərɪŋ] refers to the sound of people talking quickly and continuously or the sound of teeth knocking together due to cold or fear. It can be used in phrases like 'chattering classes,' referring to people who enjoy discussing politics and social issues, or 'chattering tool,' a cutting tool that vibrates rapidly.

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