patter
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/ˈpætər/
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/ˈpætə(r)/
noun
R
A series of light, quick sounds made by something hitting a surface repeatedly.
The pitter-patter of raindrops on the roof was soothing.
R
A rapid, persuasive speech used to sell something or entertain.
The salesman's patter was so convincing that I bought the product.
intransitive verb
R
To make a light, quick sound by hitting a surface several times.
Hailstones pattered on the car roof.
R
To walk lightly and quickly in a particular direction.
She pattered into the room with excitement.
translation
A series of light, quick sounds made by something hitting a surface repeatedly.; A rapid, persuasive speech used to sell something or entertain.
To make a light, quick sound by hitting a surface several times.; To walk lightly and quickly in a particular direction.
Word Forms
3rd Present
patters
Progressive
pattering
Past
pattered
Plural
patters
Perfect
pattered