chirp
verb (used without object)
to make a characteristic short, sharp sound, as small birds and certain insects.
chirper
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a word derived from
chirp.
Example Sentences
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But she said devices like the chirper represent the private sector trying to solve the problems that should be addressed by local government.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 29, 2025
“I’m definitely not a chirper, but the guys that do … there’s some pretty charismatic guys in our league.”
From Washington Times ● Oct. 10, 2023
Thornton, who said he received "around 40 stitches," added that referee Don Van Massenhoven also heard what was said by the mystery chirper.
From Chicago Tribune ● Mar. 30, 2011
After a five-minute search, workmen located the chirper, removed it so that Musician Stern, who had been mopping his brow backstage, could again return as solo soloist.
From Time Magazine Archive
Ah, she is prettier than ever I supposed, and chirper than the sparrow which builds every year a nest in my old apple-tree.
From The Old Stone House and Other Stories by Anna Katharine Green
