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Meaning of cackle

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

cackle

Pronunciation:/ˈkækəl/

noun

Definitions

  1. The cry of a hen or goose, especially when laying an egg.

  2. A laugh resembling the cry of a hen or goose.

  3. Futile or excessively noisy talk.

  4. A group of hyenas.

verb

Definitions

  1. To make a sharp, broken noise or cry, as a hen or goose does.

  2. To laugh with a broken sound similar to a hen's cry.

    Example: The witch cackled evilly.

  3. To talk in a silly manner; to prattle.