1. a short, sharp, trilling sound made by insects, birds, or similar creatures
2. a cheerful or lively utterance or remark
Usage: informal

1. to make short, sharp, trilling sounds
2. to speak or say something in a cheerful or lively manner
Usage: informal

Examples

• The crickets produced a steady stream of chirrups throughout the warm evening.
• She chirrups a greeting every morning when she arrives at the office.
• The bird chirrups its song from the highest branch of the oak tree.
• He made cheerful chirrups as he worked in the garden.
• The sparrows chirrup and flutter among the flowering shrubs.
• She chirrups happily about her weekend plans.