Chirrupping: meaning, definitions and examples
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chirrupping
[ ˈtʃɪr·əpɪŋ ]
sound production
Chirrupping refers to the act of producing a series of short, high-pitched sounds, often associated with certain animals, particularly birds and insects. It typically denotes a communication method among species or a response to environmental stimuli.
Synonyms
chirping, peeping, twittering.
Examples of usage
- The crickets were chirrupping softly in the evening.
- She heard the chirrupping of sparrows in the trees.
- The sound of chirrupping filled the garden, indicating the arrival of spring.
- He imitated the chirrupping of a bird to attract its attention.
Translations
Translations of the word "chirrupping" in other languages:
🇵🇹 chirrupping
🇮🇳 चिर्रपिंग
🇩🇪 Zirpzen
🇮🇩 chirrupping
🇺🇦 чирикання
🇵🇱 ćwierkanie
🇯🇵 チリチリ音
🇫🇷 gazouiller
🇪🇸 chirriar
🇹🇷 cırıldamak
🇰🇷 찌르르
🇸🇦 صوت صرير
🇨🇿 cvrčení
🇸🇰 cvrčanie
🇨🇳 鸣叫声
🇸🇮 cvrčanje
🇮🇸 kurr
🇰🇿 шырылдау
🇬🇪 ჩირიკი
🇦🇿 cırıldamaq
🇲🇽 chirriar
Etymology
The term 'chirrup' stems from the Middle English word 'chirrupen', which is likely imitative in origin, echoing the sound produced by certain birds and insects. The word itself has been related to the Old English 'chirpian', reflecting the natural layering of vocalizations in the animal kingdom. The addition of the suffix 'ing' turns the verb into a gerund or present participle, making it describe an ongoing action. The association of chirrupping with birds, especially songbirds, has remained strong throughout history, as these sounds play a crucial role in mating calls and territory establishment. Additionally, the term has extended beyond its animal origins in modern usage, often capturing the essence of joyful or light-hearted sound creation.