Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
teeter-totter
noun
/ˈtiːtər ˌtɑːtər/
Definition
A long, narrow board that is balanced in the middle and that moves up and down as people of different weights sit on opposite ends.
Examples
- Children love to play on the teeter-totter at the park.
- During recess, the kids took turns on the teeter-totter, laughing as they bounced up and down.
Meaning
The term ‘teeter-totter’ refers to a popular piece of playground equipment used by children, where two individuals can sit on either end and move up and down, often creating a playful experience.
Synonyms
- seesaw
- teeterboard
