Definitions

1. noun

A person who talks or speaks at length, often about trivial matters, especially in a pompous or self-important way.

“He was a notorious prater who would dominate conversations at parties.”

2. noun

A type of large, old-fashioned, or historic merry-go-round or other type of amusement ride.

“The prater in the old amusement park was a nostalgic favorite among visitors.”

3. verb

To talk or speak at length, often about trivial matters, especially in a pompous or self-important way.

“The politician prated on about his accomplishments for hours.”