Definitions

1. verb

to talk or speak foolishly or excessively, often about trivial matters

“He began to prate on about his latest hobby, a subject that no one else was interested in.”

2. verb

to narrate or recount something, often in an exciting or boastful manner

“The old sailor loved to prate about his adventures on the high seas.”

3. noun

a foolish or excessive talker, often about trivial matters

“The prate in the corner of the room dominated the conversation.”

4. verb

to sail or navigate a ship

“The crew had to prate the ship carefully through the narrow strait.”