[f. as prec. + -ING2.] Volubly and foolishly talkative.
1759. Fordun Scotichron., II. 376 (Jam.). Blyth and bletherand.
1790. Burns, Tam O’Shanter, 20. A bletherin, blusterin, drunken blellum.
1816. Scott, Old Mort., xiv. Listening to twa blethering auld wives.
1864. Atkinson, Whitby Gloss., s.v. Blethering, A coarse blethering fellow.
