Meaning of the word sing in English

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sing

US /sɪŋ/

UK /sɪŋ/

make musical sounds with the voice, especially words with a set tune

Example:

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She loves to sing in the shower.

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The choir will sing a hymn.

Synonym:

vocalize croon chant trill warble

(of a bird) make characteristic musical sounds

Example:

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The birds sing beautifully in the morning.

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A robin was singing on the branch.

Synonym:

chirp trill warble twitter chatter

(of a kettle or other object) make a humming or whistling sound

Example:

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The kettle began to sing as the water boiled.

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The wind was singing through the trees.

Synonym:

hum whistle drone buzz squeal

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singing sing along carol singing