English edit

Etymology edit

chirp +‎ -er

Pronunciation edit

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Noun edit

chirper (plural chirpers)

  1. A thing or animal that makes a chirping sound.
    The electronic smoke alarm includes a chirper which sounds when the battery is low.
  2. (Canada, slang, mildly derogatory) A person who speaks with a distinct English or Welsh accent.
    I could barely understand a word that chatty chirper said.
  3. (obsolete, slang) A chirping cup; an alcoholic drink.