Garruline

/ˈɡærjuːlaɪn/ adjective

Definition

Resembling or characteristic of a garrulous person; inclined to be talkative or chatty.

Etymology

From Latin 'garrulus' (talkative, chattering) plus the adjective-forming suffix '-ine.' The root is imitative, related to 'garrire' (to chatter), reflecting the sound of excessive talking.

Kelly Says

The word 'garrulous' comes from the Latin for 'chattering,' which itself is imitative—the Romans literally made a sound word for talking too much, then turned it into a formal adjective.

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