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/ˈnætə/ · nat·ter
noun
- Mindless and irrelevant chatter. The couple spent the entire evening engaged in a session of natter, discussing everything from the weather to their favorite TV shows.
- A person who talks excessively or aimlessly. My aunt can be a bit of a natter, always dominating the conversation with her stories and opinions.
verb
- To talk casually; to discuss unimportant matters. The friends nattered away for hours, catching up on each other's lives.
- To nag or pester someone repeatedly. My sister natters me constantly to clean my room, but I just can't seem to get around to it.
Did you know? The word 'natter' has been used in various forms since the 14th century, with its modern meaning emerging in the 17th century. It is often used in British English, particularly in the UK and Australia.