chirpy
adjective
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Pronunciation: /ˈt͡ʃɜː(ɹ)pi/
adj
Etymology: Etymology tree English chirp Proto-Indo-European *-kos Proto-Germanic *-gaz Proto-West Germanic *-g Old English -iġ Middle English -y English -y English chirpy From chirp + -y.
- In a good mood; happy and energetic.
“He's surprisingly chirpy for someone who just lost his father.”
“Judging by the new voice over the PA, we've had a crew change in Plymouth - the warning about masks and the apology for lack of catering is made in a chirpy Cockney twang rather than a West Country burr.”
- Making chirping noises.
noun
Etymology: Etymology tree English chirp Proto-Indo-European *-kos Proto-Germanic *-gaz Proto-West Germanic *-g Old English -iġ Middle English -y English -y English chirpy From chirp + -y.
- An electronic device which uses a piezoelectric transducer to make chirping noise, often designed to be hidden and function as an annoyance
- Specifically, a version of the above designed to be thrown for placement. Similar to a throwie.