clitter

• Veraltetes Verb mit der Bedeutung, ein rumpelndes oder klirrendes Geräusch zu erzeugen oder sich mit einem solchen Geräusch zu bewegen.

An obsolete verb meaning to make a clattering or rattling noise, or to move with such a sound.

1. Produce a shrill creaking soundC2formal

   To make a high-pitched, creaking noise by rubbing together specialized body parts, often used by certain insects or animals.

   Einen schrillen, knarrenden Laut erzeugen

   • The cricket clittered in the tall grass at dusk.
   • Some beetles clitter to communicate with each other.
   • The sound of the insect clittering filled the quiet night.

   Synonymestridulate