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natter

What does natter mean?

To talk at length in a casual, chatty way. Widespread but a Northern staple.

"They stood nattering at the gate for an hour."

Origin

British dialect, imitative of continuous chatter.

Frequently asked questions

What does natter mean?
To natter is to chat idly or gossip at length in a casual way. It's widespread in Britain but a Northern staple.
Can natter be a noun?
Yes — you can 'have a natter,' meaning a casual chat.
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