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English word origin

Etymology of cheep

Onomatopoeic.

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Unnumbered source etymology

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noun

A short, high-pitched sound made by a small bird. · A similar-sounding short high-pitched sound

verb

Of a small bird, to make short, high-pitched sounds. · To express in a chirping tone.

intj

The short, high-pitched sound made by a small bird.

Selected source glosses provide context, not a complete modern definition inventory

Onomatopoeic.

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