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Meaning of pattering

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

pattering

verb

Definitions

  1. To make irregularly repeated sounds of low-to-moderate magnitude and lower-than-average pitch.

    Example: The bullets pattered into the log-cabin walls.

  2. To spatter; to sprinkle.

verb

Definitions

  1. To speak glibly and rapidly, as does an auctioneer or a sports commentator.

  2. To repeat the Lord's Prayer.

  3. To pray.

  4. To repeat hurriedly; to mutter.

noun

Definitions

  1. Groupings of frequent irregularly repeated sounds of moderate magnitude and lower-than-average pitch.