First Known Use: 1557
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1chirp
verb \ˈchərp\
: to make a short high-pitched sound
: to say (something) in a cheerful and lively way
Full Definition of CHIRP
intransitive verb
: to make a chirp or a sound resembling a chirp
transitive verb
: to utter with a cheerful liveliness <she chirped “good morning”>
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Origin of CHIRP
imitative
2chirp
noun
Definition of CHIRP
: the characteristic short sharp sound especially of a small bird or insect
First Known Use of CHIRP
circa 1586
CHIRP Defined for Kids
1chirp
noun \ˈchərp\
Definition of CHIRP for Kids
: the short high-pitched sound made by crickets and some small birds
2chirp
verb
chirpedchirp·ing
Definition of CHIRP for Kids
: to make a short high-pitched sound <We heard insects chirping.>
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