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Tattletale Definition & Meaning

tattletale
noun
  1. someone who gossips indiscreetly

"Tattletale" in song lyrics

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  • "Didn't your mother say don't tattletale?!"
    Uncle Murda f/ Mavado, Wyclef Jean — Informer

Words that rhyme with tattletale

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Frequently asked questions

What does tattletale mean?
someone who gossips indiscreetly
What part of speech is tattletale?
Tattletale is a noun.

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