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abubble

adjective
abub·​ble | \ ə-ˈbə-bəl How to pronounce abubble (audio) \

Definition of abubble

1 : being in the process of bubbling
2 : being in a state of agitated activity or motion : astir
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when the grandkids come to stay, the house is abubble with their chatter and horseplay

First Known Use of abubble

1766, in the meaning defined at sense 2

History and Etymology for abubble

a- entry 1 + bubble entry 1

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