grammelot Meaning & Definition
/ˈɡræməlɒt/
What Does Grammelot Mean?
Grammelot is a noun that means A style of language used in satirical theater: a gibberish with macaronic and onomatopoeic elements, used in association with mime and mimicry.
Word Facts for Grammelot
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈɡræməlɒt/ |
| Plural | grammelots |
Grammelot Definition (Noun)
- A style of language used in satirical theater: a gibberish with macaronic and onomatopoeic elements, used in association with mime and mimicry.
Synonyms of Grammelot
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Grammelot synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
grammelot (countable and uncountable, plural grammelots)
Origin of Grammelot
Unknown. Dario Fo claims a French origin,[1] and it has been linked to grommeler (“to grumble”).[2]