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blabber

17 synonyms and 0 antonyms for blabber, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Verb — To talk on and on without much sense; to ramble.

Synonyms

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Rare, literary or technical

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Etymology

Inherited from Middle English blaberen, an old word for babbling or stammering speech.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “blabber” mean?

The word “blabber” means to talk on and on without much sense; to ramble. In plain terms, to ramble on, or a person who does.

How do you pronounce “blabber”?

“Blabber” is pronounced BLAB (/ˈblæb.ɚ/ in IPA).

How do you use “blabber” in a sentence?

Here is “blabber” used in a sentence: “He kept blabbering about his weekend for twenty minutes.”

What part of speech is “blabber”?

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

Where does the word “blabber” come from?

The word “blabber” comes from Middle English. Inherited from Middle English blaberen, an old word for babbling or stammering speech.

How many meanings does “blabber” have?

“Blabber” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to talk on and on without much sense; to ramble.

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