Chatterbox: meaning, definitions and examples
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chatterbox
[ ˈʧætərˌbɑks ]
talkative person
A chatterbox is a person who talks incessantly or at length without saying anything of much importance. Chatterboxes are known for their constant flow of words and tendency to dominate conversations.
Synonyms
blabbermouth, gossip, jabberer
Examples of usage
- She's such a chatterbox, she never stops talking!
- The little girl was a chatterbox, constantly asking questions and sharing stories.
device
In technology, a chatterbox is a device that transmits or receives data in a rapid or continuous manner. It is often used in the context of communication systems or networking equipment.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The chatterbox module enables real-time data transmission between the devices.
- The new chatterbox device has significantly improved data transfer speeds.
Translations
Translations of the word "chatterbox" in other languages:
🇵🇹 tagarela
🇮🇳 बड़बड़ाने वाला
🇩🇪 Schwätzer
🇮🇩 tukang ngobrol
🇺🇦 базіка
🇵🇱 gaduła
🇯🇵 おしゃべり
🇫🇷 bavard
🇪🇸 charlatán
🇹🇷 geveze
🇰🇷 수다쟁이
🇸🇦 ثرثار
🇨🇿 tlachal
🇸🇰 táraj
🇨🇳 话痨
🇸🇮 klepetulja
🇮🇸 málglaður
🇰🇿 сөйлеуші
🇬🇪 მეტყველი
🇦🇿 çox danışan
🇲🇽 charlatán
Word origin
The term 'chatterbox' originated in the early 19th century, combining 'chatter' (meaning continuous rapid talk) with 'box' (used figuratively to refer to a person or device). Over time, it has come to be used both for talkative individuals and fast communication devices.
See also: chatterer, chattering.