Main Entry: cack·le

Pronunciation: \ˈka-kəl\

Function: intransitive verb

Inflected Form(s): cack·led; cack·ling \-k(ə-)liŋ\

Etymology: Middle English cakelen, of imitative origin

Date: 13th century

1 : to make the sharp broken noise or cry characteristic of a hen especially after laying
2 : to laugh especially in a harsh or sharp manner
3 : chatter

— cackle noun

— cack·ler \-k(ə-)lər\ noun