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Meaning of the word chuckle in English

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chuckle

US /ˈtʃʌk.əl/
UK /ˈtʃʌk.əl/
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Verb

laugh quietly or inwardly

Example:
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She chuckled at the memory.
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He couldn't help but chuckle at the silly joke.
Synonym:
giggle titter snicker chortle guffaw

Noun

a quiet laugh

Example:
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He gave a soft chuckle.
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A small chuckle escaped her lips.
Synonym:
giggle titter snicker chortle guffaw
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Related Word:
chuckled chuckling