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chortle Definition and Meaning in English (chortle definition)

verb
Synonyms:chucklegigglesnicker
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Chortle definition: To laugh in a noisy, gleeful way, often with a snorting sound, expressing amusement or satisfaction.

Definitions of Chortle

  1. 1verb

    To laugh in a noisy, gleeful way, often with a snorting sound, expressing amusement or satisfaction.

  2. 2noun

    A noisy, gleeful laugh or chuckle.

Example Sentences

“He couldn't help but chortle at the comedian's clever joke.”

“A low chortle escaped his lips as he read the funny story.”

“She let out a chortle of delight when she saw the surprise gift.”

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Inflected Word Forms

past tensechortled
present participlechortling

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Chortle definition: To laugh in a noisy, gleeful way, often with a snorting sound, expressing amusement or satisfaction.
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'Chortle' translates to 'chortle' in English. Chortle definition: To laugh in a noisy, gleeful way, often with a snorting sound, expressing amusement or satisfaction.
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