pitter–patter

noun pit·ter–pat·ter \ˈpi-tər-ˌpa-tər, ˈpi-tē-ˌ\

: a quick series of light sounds

Full Definition of PITTER-PATTER

: a rapid succession of light sounds or beats : patter

— pitter–patter \ˌpi-tər-ˈ, ˌpi-tē-ˈ\ adverb or adjective

— pitter–patter \same as adv\ intransitive verb

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reduplication of ⁴patter

First Known Use: 15th century

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