gabber
gabber · gabbers
One who is addicted to idle talkOne who is addicted to idle talk.
/ˈɡæb.ə(ɹ)/
» The Dutch word "gabber" comes from Hebrew via Yiddish.
Meaning
5 sensesOne who is addicted to idle talk.
(US, dated)A radio commentator or disc jockey.
(uncountable)A subgenre of hardcore techno characterised by an intense, distorted kick sound and controversial lyrics or samples.
(countable)A fan of this music, usually dressed in a tracksuit, often with a completely shaved head (or partially for women), seen primarily in the 1990s.
(obsolete)A liar; a deceiver.
Examples
1 sentencesThe Dutch word "gabber" comes from Hebrew via Yiddish.
Origin
Borrowed from Dutch gabber (literally “friend”), from Yiddish חבֿר (khaver). Doublet ofBorrowed from Dutch gabber (literally “friend”), from Yiddish חבֿר (khaver). Doublet of chaver.
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Forms
plural: gabbersWord family
1 related wordsDerivedgabberhouse