First Known Use: 1872
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chortle
verb chor·tle \ˈchȯr-təl\
: to laugh because you are amused or pleased by something
chor·tledchor·tling \ˈchȯrt-liŋ, ˈchȯr-təl-iŋ\
Full Definition of CHORTLE
intransitive verb
1
: to sing or chant exultantly <he chortled in his joy — Lewis Carroll>
2
: to laugh or chuckle especially in satisfaction or exultation
transitive verb
: to say or sing with a chortling intonation
— chortle noun
— chor·tler \ˈchȯrt-lər, ˈchȯr-təl-ər\ noun
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Origin of CHORTLE
probably blend of chuckle and snort
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CHORTLE Defined for Kids
chortle
verb chor·tle \ˈchȯr-təl\
chor·tledchor·tling
Definition of CHORTLE for Kids
: to chuckle in amusement or joy <He chortled with delight.>
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