teeter-totter

noun, verb — 3 senses

teeter-totter

noun

Etymology Either from teeter + totter, or from a reduplication of either element.

Canada, US, Childish, Often A seesaw; a piece of playground equipment consisting of a long board with seats at either end, with a pivot point in the center.

Atlantic Canada, Northeastern, US, Childish, Often A type of glider swing; a piece of playground equipment consisting of a tandem swing attached to a swingset, with two riders facing each other.

teeter-totter

verb

Etymology Either from teeter + totter, or from a reduplication of either element.

Canada, US To ride a seesaw.

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