giggle

gig-gle · verb

imported

Definitions

verb

  1. 1.

    (verb) To laugh in a light, silly, or nervous way.

  2. 2.

    (noun) A light, silly, or nervous laugh.

  3. 3.

    (British informal, noun) Something amusing; fun.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    fit of giggles — an uncontrollable bout of giggling
  • •
    get the giggles — to start laughing uncontrollably
  • •
    for a giggle — for fun, as a joke (British)

Related words

Antonyms: cry, weep
See also: chuckle, giggles, giggling, laugh
Synonyms: chuckle, laugh, snicker, titter

Etymology

Imitative origin, first recorded in the early 16th century. The word mimics the sound of the laughter it describes.