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Definition patter in American English

patter noun

noun
/ˈpætər/
1

a series of short quiet sounds caused by something falling onto or hitting a surface or by someone walking or running

Example

He heard the patter of feet behind him.

Example

the patter of rain on the roof

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2

very fast continuous talk from someone who is entertaining people or who is trying to sell something

Example

Don't get carried away by the sales patter.

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Definition patter in American English