Meaning & Definition of word "Babbling"
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Babbling
/ˈbæb.lɪŋ/
noun:
- 1. The action or sound of babbling.
- Example: The babbling of the brook created a serene atmosphere.
- 2. Incoherent or nonsensical talk.
- Example: His babbling during the meeting made it hard to concentrate on the important issues.
verb:
- 1. To talk rapidly and continuously in a foolish or excited way.
- Example: The children were babbling with excitement about the upcoming field trip.
- 2. To make meaningless or incomprehensible sounds.
- Example: The baby was babbling happily in its crib.
Etymology
Derived from the Middle English 'bable' which means to utter a series of meaningless sounds, akin to 'baby talk'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
babbling brook:
A small stream of water that makes a soft murmuring sound.
babble on:
To talk continuously without making much sense.
baby babble:
Early speech sounds made by infants.
Related Words
babble:
To engage in rapid, incoherent speech.
babbler:
A person who talks excessively or without much meaning.
babbling brook:
A stream of flowing water that makes a bubbling, pleasant sound.
Slang Meanings of babbling
Meaning: Talking nonsense or blabbering.
Example Sentence: Stop your babbling, no one wants to hear that!
Meaning: Being overly chatty or loquacious.
Example Sentence: She was babbling like a squirrel on caffeine.