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Definition of gabby

gabby

/ˈɡæb.i/
gab · by
Adverb:gabbily
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gabby Lexical Profile

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• adjective

1

Inclined to talk excessively, trivially, or indiscreetly; overly talkative or chatty (informal).

Example

"Our gabby neighbor kept us standing in the driveway for twenty minutes recounting her weekend plans."

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• Rhymes for gabby

• Nearby Words

gab
gabardine
gabble
gabby
gabfest
gable
gabled

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the early 18th century from the noun and verb 'gab' (meaning to chatter or talk idly, likely of imitative or Scottish/Northern English origin, akin to 'gob' meaning mouth) plus the adjectival suffix '-y'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Gabby. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/gabby
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