Definition

A person who talks a lot, often in a noisy or annoying way, or someone who argues loudly.

Example

The jangler at the party wouldn't stop talking about his adventures.

Conversation

Did you hear that jangler at the party last night?

Yeah, they wouldn't stop talking about everything!

I thought it was funny how they just kept going on and on.

Right? Sometimes a little jangler can make things entertaining.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To entertain or amuse someone by telling stories or fables.

Example

The storyteller began to jangle the audience with his captivating tales.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I heard you like to jangler stories around the campfire.

Yeah, it's so much fun to entertain everyone with tales.

I wish I could jangler like you; my stories never seem good enough.

Root Explanation

The word 'jangler' originates from Middle English 'jangler', which means to prattle or chatter. It is derived from the Old French 'jangler', meaning to chatter or to talk foolishly. The suffix '-er' indicates a person who performs the action. Thus, a 'jangler' is a person who chatters or talks excessively, often without much substance.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'chats' or 'prattles' a lot — that's what a jangler does, as the root relates to talking foolishly.

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