twad·dle (twdl)
intr.v. twad·dled, twad·dling, twad·dles
To talk foolishly; prate.
n.
Foolish, trivial, or idle talk or chatter.
[Probably variant of dialectal twattle, perhaps alteration of tattle.]
twaddler n.
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I found a succinct explanation at this website:
"Twaddle" and "living books" are terms from Charlotte Mason's educational philosophies. Charlotte Mason was an educator in England during the previous century, and her methods are currently experiencing a rebirth among American home schools.
Twaddle = dumbed down literature; absence of meaning
Living Books = books that are well-written and engaging---they absorb the reader---the narrative and characters "come alive"; living books are the opposite of cold, dry textbooks.
About Me
- Lisa B
- Steubenville, OH, United States
- I'm a Catholic mother and English teacher who happens to be having a blast homeschooling right now. I also teach reading and writing workshops for young people in my home. As a former youth minister, my passions are my savior Jesus Christ, His perfect Catholic Church here on earth (you know the one - ironically it's filled with imperfect people), followed by my beloved husband, precious children, wonderful family and friends. And don't forget reading! I love to teach good lit ALMOST as much as I love to read it.
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