Definition chortle in American English

chortle verb

[intransitive] verb

/ˈtʃɔrt(ə)l/

The word "chortle" was coined by Lewis Carroll in his children’s story Through the Looking Glass. It is probably a blend of "chuckle" and "snort."

to laugh because you are enjoying something

Synonyms and related words

laugh giggle roar

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