CHORTLED Meaning and
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Chortled is a verb that describes the act of chuckling or laughing gleefully or with delight. The term is typically used to illustrate a playful or mirthful expression of amusement, often accompanied by a sense of satisfaction or joy. It is an onomatopoeic word, derived from the combination of "chuckle" and "snort," suggesting a mixture of merriment and laughter.
When someone chortles, they emit a series of short, breathy, and somewhat suppressed sounds, often accompanied by a relaxed or subdued mannerism. This term is commonly associated with the expression of amusement from a light-hearted or humorous incident, joke, or situation.
Chortling can occur as a response to something that strikes the individual as particularly funny, resulting in an impulsive and involuntary burst of laughter. It is a spirited type of laughter that is typically characterized by a more subdued volume than a full-on belly laugh but is still visibly evident in the person's facial expression and body language.
The word "chortled" is derived from the combination of the words "chuckle" and "snort," emphasizing the unique sound and nature of this specific type of laughter. It adds an element of whimsy and delight to conversational or descriptive contexts, vividly conveying the image of someone joyfully chuckling or snickering.
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Etymology of CHORTLED
The word "chortled" was coined by the English author Lewis Carroll in his renowned children's book "Through the Looking-Glass, and What Alice Found There", published in 1871. In the book, Carroll defines "chortle" as a combination of "chuckle" and "snort", expressing a kind of gleeful laughter. While Carroll is responsible for the creation of the word itself, there is no specific etymology or origin for the individual components "chuck-" and "-ort" in "chortle". Its origins lie solely in Carroll's imagination and wordplay. Since its introduction, the word "chortle" has become a part of the English language and is widely used to describe a particular type of joyful or mirthful laughter.
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Conjugate verb Chortled
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