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Definition of blabber

blabber

/ˈblæb.ər/
blab · ber

Plural:blabbers
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Past Simple:blabbered
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Past Participle:blabbered
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Present Participle:blabbering
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• verb

1

To talk foolishly, mindlessly, or excessively.

Example

"He continued to blabber on about his weekend plans while everyone else was trying to study."


2

To divulge secrets or confidential information indiscreetly.

Example

"We hoped she would not blabber the surprise party details to the guests too early."

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• noun

1

Foolish, excessive, or indiscreet talk.

Example

"The meeting was delayed by twenty minutes of idle blabber before anyone addressed the main agenda."


2

A person who talks excessively, foolishly, or reveals secrets indiscreetly.

Example

"You cannot trust a known blabber with confidential company plans."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Originating in late Middle English as 'blaberen', the word is of imitative origin, mimicking the sound of rapid, indistinct speech, and functions as a frequentative form of 'blab'.

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