twittering
|twit/ter/ing|
B2
/ˈtwɪtərɪŋ/
(twitter)
light, high-pitched sounds
Etymology
Etymology Information
'twitter' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'twiteren', where 'twit-' meant 'to make a repeated sound'.
Historical Evolution
'twiteren' transformed into the modern English word 'twitter'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to make a repeated sound', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to make a series of light, high-pitched sounds'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a series of light, high-pitched sounds or chatter.
The twittering of the birds was a pleasant sound in the morning.
Synonyms
Verb 1
present participle of 'twitter'.
The birds were twittering in the trees.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/02/01 11:02