Also means
to squawk (of a magpie)
Usage Note
Jacasser carries a dismissive tone, implying idle or irritating talk. The noun jacasserie ('chatter') comes from the same root, and the verb is closely associated with the chattering of a pie (magpie), making it vivid for describing noisy gossip or noise.
Examples
"Elle jacasse sans arrêt depuis ce matin."
Natural Translation
She has been chattering non-stop since this morning.
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