natter
verb (used without object)
to talk incessantly; chatter.
nattering
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present participleof natter.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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The nattering negativity worked: He easily beat Bradley.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 29, 2026
To hear the nattering nabobs of Wall Street, you’d think the latest jobs figures, out Friday, show that labor has never had it so good.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 4, 2026
David Azerrad, a political science professor at conservative Hillsdale College, said that "for now, I think the president can continue to ignore the nattering nabobs".
From BBC ● Mar. 13, 2026
When he begins nattering on about not being racist, she shuts off the TV.
From New York Times ● Sep. 22, 2022
Penelope pulled Ophie into the crowded sweet shop and into line at the counter, nattering on about the movie.
From "Ophie's Ghosts" by Justina Ireland
