Jabberwocky
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈd͡ʒæbɚwɔki/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Jabberwocky is a noun meaning Invented or meaningless language; nonsense.
Meaning
Invented or meaningless language; nonsense.
More Meanings
- meaningless, worthless
- absurd, nonsense, nonsensical
Example Sentences
"I like the way your mind works, Hosler," Stanley said. "You go after concrete proof of your contentions - none of this scientific jabborwocky."
Only the Pet Shop Boys can sing jabberwocky lines like “I thought I heard a train/Down in the cemetery/Cellophane” and make them sound sexy and evil.
Word Forms
- jabberwockies
- jabborwocky
Synonyms for jabberwocky
Depending on context, synonyms include flapdoodle, jabber, absurdity, applesauce, bafflegab, balderdash.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include brillig, snark, jabbering, jibberish, janglement, jibber jabber.
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