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prattling

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Prattling (noun) means Silly or childish chatter; the act of prattling. Example: “His constant prattling made it hard to concentrate.”

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Silly or childish chatter; the act of prattling.
"His constant prattling made it hard to concentrate."

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In plain EnglishThe -ing form of "prattle" — meaningless, rambling chatter.

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What does “prattling” mean?
The word “prattling” means silly or childish chatter; the act of prattling. In plain terms, the -ing form of "prattle" — meaningless, rambling chatter.
How do you use “prattling” in a sentence?
Here is “prattling” used in a sentence: “His constant prattling made it hard to concentrate.”
What part of speech is “prattling”?
“Prattling” is a noun.
What is the meaning of prattling?
"prattling" (noun) means silly or childish chatter; the act of prattling.