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patter

|pat/ter|

🇺🇸

/ˈpætər/

🇬🇧

/ˈpætə/

rapid, continuous sound

Etymology

Etymology Information

'patter' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'pateren,' where 'pater' meant 'to mumble prayers.'

Historical Evolution

'pateren' transformed into the modern English word 'patter' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to mumble prayers,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a rapid, continuous sound.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a rapid, continuous sound, as of rain or footsteps.

The patter of rain on the roof was soothing.

Synonyms

Verb 1

to make a rapid, continuous sound, as of rain or footsteps.

The rain pattered against the window.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42