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jabber

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Verb — To talk quickly and unclearly, often about nothing important.

How to use jabber

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jabber away excited jabber

Etymology

From Middle English forms meaning "to chatter" or "babble", related to "jowl" (jaw) — the word has always been about the mouth running fast.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “jabber” mean?

The word “jabber” means to talk quickly and unclearly, often about nothing important. In plain terms, to chatter rapidly and unintelligibly, or the noise that results.

How do you pronounce “jabber”?

“Jabber” is pronounced JA-buh (/ˈd͡ʒæbə(ɹ)/ in IPA).

How do you use “jabber” in a sentence?

Here is “jabber” used in a sentence: “The toddlers jabbered away happily in the back seat.”

What part of speech is “jabber”?

Depending on how it is used, “jabber” can be a verb and a noun.

Where does the word “jabber” come from?

The word “jabber” comes from Middle English. From Middle English forms meaning "to chatter" or "babble", related to "jowl" (jaw) — the word has always been about the mouth running fast.

How many meanings does “jabber” have?

“Jabber” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to talk quickly and unclearly, often about nothing important.

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