tattler

English

/ˈtætl̩ɚ/, /ˈtætl̩ə/

noun
Definitions
  • One who tattles (notifies authorities of illicit behavior) or is inclined to do so; a tattletale.
  • Either of two similar bird species in the shorebird genus (Tringa in some taxonomies).
  • A device fitted to a vehicle to measure mileage etc.

Etymology

Suffix from English tattle.

Origin

English

tattle

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