gutter

n : a channel along the eaves or on the roof; collects and

carries away rainwater [syn: {trough}]

v 1: burn unsteadily, feebly, or low; flicker

2: flow in small streams; "Tears guttered down her face"

3: wear or cut gutters into: "The heavy rain guttered the soil"

4: provide with gutters, of buildings

mutter

To quietly enter a command not meant for the ears, eyes, or

fingers of ordinary mortals. Often used in "mutter an

{incantation}".

See also {wizard}.

[{Jargon File}]

(1995-02-06)