👉 In the context of communication, a "heckler" is an individual or group who disrupts and interferes with others' ability to participate in a conversation. This can be due to being overly loud, interrupting others when they are speaking, or making inappropriate comments or actions that disrupt the flow of the conversation. The term originated from the English phrase "heckle," which means "to heck out" or "to heckle." In many cultures and contexts, such as in some European countries