quaver meaning and definition

QUAVER noun

Definition of quaver (noun)

1. a tremulous sound
2. a musical note having the time value of an eighth of a whole note
   • synonyms: eighth note

QUAVER verb

Definition of quaver (verb)

1. give off unsteady sounds, alternating in amplitude or frequency
   • synonyms: waver
2. sing or play with trills, alternating with the half note above or below
   • synonyms: trill, warble