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Added 10 October 2026

chirpy

/ˈt͡ʃɜː(ɹ)pi/ adjective

adjective Definition from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA). Pronunciation from Wiktionary, via Kaikki.org. More about chirpy at Wordnik → Where our words come from →

In a good mood; happy and energetic.
He's surprisingly chirpy for someone who just lost his father.
Making chirping noises.

noun

An electronic device which uses a piezoelectric transducer to make chirping noise, often designed to be hidden and function as an annoyance
Specifically, a version of the above designed to be thrown for placement. Similar to a throwie.

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