giggle

Definition

  • verb: to laugh in a nervous or childlike way
  • verb: to laugh with repeated short catches of the breath
  • synonyms: homeric laughter, be in stitches, belly laugh

Examples

  • ('Brit') Going to the circus would be a bit of a 'giggle'. [=would be amusing or enjoyable]

  • I had an attack of the 'giggles'. [=I was unable to stop giggling]

  • She 'giggled' like a little kid.

Movie quotes

  • (..) It's just family, Hm? Let's go get you taken care of, huh? We get you a new diaper, huh? - Get rid of that wet one, - (baby giggles) I still haven't found the registration, Make yourself at home, (panting) OK, thank you, Take your time, I'd rather not ask the police (..)
    1994 The Glass Shield