Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
yap
verb
/jæp/

Definition
To talk in a noisy, annoying, or high-pitched manner; often associated with barking, especially in dogs.

Examples
- The small dog began to yap at every passerby.
- Stop yapping and pay attention to the task at hand!

Meaning
The term ‘yap’ is commonly used to describe a quick and sharp sound made by a dog, or it can refer to excessive talking that is often irritating or trivial.

Synonyms
- bark
- chatter
- jabber
- talk incessantly