Chatter

English Meaning

To utter sounds which somewhat resemble language, but are inarticulate and indistinct.

1. To talk rapidly, incessantly, and on trivial subjects; jabber.
2. To utter a rapid series of short, inarticulate, speechlike sounds: birds chattering in the trees.
3. To click quickly and repeatedly: Our teeth chattered from the cold.
4. To vibrate or rattle while in operation: A power drill will chatter if the bit is loose.
5. To utter in a rapid, usually thoughtless way: chattered a long reply.
6. Idle, trivial talk.
7. Communication, such as e-mail and cell phone calls, between people who are involved in terrorism or espionage, as monitored by a government agency.
8. The sharp, rapid sounds made by some birds and animals.
9. A series of quick rattling or clicking sounds.