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twit·ter
 twitter
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- pronunciation:
- twI
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- parts of speech:
- verb, noun
- features:
- Word Combinations (verb, noun), Word Explorer
| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
twitters, twittering, twittered |
| definition 1: |
to make a series of short, light sounds like a small bird; chirp.
The little birds twittered in the trees.- similar words:
- chirp
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| definition 2: |
to tremble or quiver from excitement or nervousness.
He twittered around in the kitchen before the important guests arrived. |
| related words: |
cheep, giggle, peep, shiver |
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| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
the light chirping of a bird or birds.
We could hear the twitter of finches in the park.- similar words:
- chirp
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| definition 2: |
an anxious or agitated state.
The pianist was in a twitter before taking the stage. |
| related words: |
cheep, giggle, peep |
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