JITTER - Definition & Meaning for Kids
Meaning 1
Part of speech: Noun
small rapid variations in a waveform resulting from fluctuations in the voltage supply or mechanical vibrations or other sources
Categories: Noise, Interference, Disturbance
Meaning 2
Part of speech: Noun
a small irregular movement
Categories: Movement, Motion
Synonyms
🌱 Word Origin (Etymology)
The word "jitter" comes from Middle English chittern.
🔗 Related Words
chitter – A related word in the same word family.
jit – A related word in the same word family.
er – A related word in the same word family.
🧩 Fun Fact
The printing press standardized Middle English spelling, freezing many irregular forms we use today.