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blat

Blat (verb) means to cry, as a calf, sheep, or goat.

verb
1
To cry, as a calf, sheep, or goat.
2
To make a senseless noise.
3
To talk inconsiderately; blab.
4
To produce an overrich or overblown sound on a brass instrument such as a trumpet, trombone, or tuba.
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Etymology

Imitative. First attested in 1846 in the intransitive sense of "bleat". Compare English bleat, Old English blǣtan (“to bleat”).

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of blat?

"blat" (verb) means to cry, as a calf, sheep, or goat.

What are the different meanings of blat?

"blat" has 3 main meanings: 1. To cry, as a calf, sheep, or goat; 2. To make a senseless noise; 3. To talk inconsiderately; blab.

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