transitive. To repeat (words) in a rapid, mechanical way; to recite (prayers, etc.) mechanically. Also intransitive. Cf. patter, v.1 1a.

transitive. To repeat or recite (a prayer, charm, etc.) in a rapid, mechanical, or indistinct manner. Now rare.

intransitive. To recite prayers mechanically; = pitter-patter, v.1

transitive. To repeat, to run over, to rattle off, from memory. Also occasionally intransitive. Now rare.

transitive. To repeat (words, ideas, or actions) mindlessly or mechanically; to repeat the words, ideas, or actions of (another person) without…

transitive. To repeat incessantly and without variation.

Said of the human voice: To recite or repeat in cadence or mechanically; to prate, din (into the ears). transitive.

transitive. To recite or tell in a ‘sing-song’ or monotonous way; also, to hum over (a melody).

transitive. To talk volubly, persistently, or at length about (something); to state emphatically.

transitive. To talk repetitively or without pause to (a person). Also (with away): to spend (time) in idle or repetitive talk. rare.