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Chirp
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Simple meaning
What does Chirp mean?
Chirp means a short high sound made by a bird or insect.
Dictionary definition
a short, high sound made by a bird or insect; as a verb, to make that sound.
Example sentences
Chirp in a sentence
easy
I heard a bird chirp.
medium
Crickets chirp loudly on warm nights.
hard
The tiny bird gave a cheerful chirp from the branch.
Synonyms
Words like Chirp
tweetA short sound made by a bird.
peepA short high sound.
Antonyms
Opposite words
silenceNo sound.
roarA loud deep sound, unlike a small chirp.
Word family
Chirp word family
Base word
chirp
noun
chirp
A short high sound.
verb
chirps
Makes a chirping sound now or often.
verb
chirped
Made a chirping sound in the past.
verb
chirping
Making a chirping sound now.
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Quick practice
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Practice 1
What does chirp mean?
A chirp is a short high sound, often made by birds or crickets.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to chirp?
A tweet is a short bird sound, similar to a chirp.
Practice 3
Which sentence uses chirp correctly?
Birds can chirp, especially in the morning.
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