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cackle

/ˈkækəl/

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noun

The cry of a hen or goose, especially when laying an egg.

Examples :

"The hen's cackle echoed through the farm as she laid her egg. "

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noun

A laugh resembling the cry of a hen or goose.

Examples :

"The witch's cackle echoed through the haunted house, sending shivers down our spines. "

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noun

Futile or excessively noisy talk.

Examples :

"The neighbor's constant cackle about the new school rules was annoying everyone. "

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noun

A group of hyenas.

Examples :

"The cackle gathered around the watering hole, their harsh laughter echoing through the savanna. "

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verb

To make a sharp, broken noise or cry, as a hen or goose does.

Examples :

"The hen cackled loudly as the farmer approached the coop. "

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verb

To laugh with a broken sound similar to a hen's cry.

Examples :

"The witch cackled evilly."

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verb

To talk in a silly manner; to prattle.

Examples :

"The children cackled with delight as they played hide-and-seek. "

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