Meaning of the word crying in English

What does crying mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

crying

US /ˈkraɪ.ɪŋ/
UK /ˈkraɪ.ɪŋ/

Adjective

1.

shedding tears.

Example:
a crying baby
2.

very great.

Example:
it would be a crying shame to let it all go to waste

Noun

1.

the shedding of tears.

Example:
the crying of a child was heard
2.

the making of a loud characteristic call by a bird or other animal.

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