Meaning & Definition of word "Babbling"

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.