prater

prate

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Definitions of prater word

verb without object prater to talk excessively and pointlessly; babble: They prated on until I was ready to scream. 1
verb with object prater to utter in empty or foolish talk: to prate absurdities with the greatest seriousness. 1
noun prater act of prating. 1
noun prater empty or foolish talk. 1
noun prater person: talks aimlessly 1

before 1375

One of the 22% oldest English words

1375-1425; late Middle English praten (v.) < Middle Dutch praeten. See prattle

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exclamation

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 92% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.

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