natter
Americanverb (used without object)
noun
verb
noun
Other Word Forms
- natterer noun
Etymology
Origin of natter
First recorded in 1820–30; variant of earlier gnatter < ?
Example Sentences
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For the fans in need of a good old-fashioned British boozer to natter away in all night, they're satisfied at the Quayside.
From BBC
In Orange County, it happened so fast that 30-year-old natives can natter on like octogenarians about the great old days of riding bikes through the orange groves.
From Los Angeles Times
The “knit and natter” mornings at the Lawley Bank Court supported living complex are noisy affairs.
From BBC
Its members have nattered on endlessly about their responsibility to safeguard the taxpayers’ money.
From Los Angeles Times
The pair recently met in Bridgend for a "good natter" about their shared hobby.
From BBC
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