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Meaning of the word sing in English

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sing

US /sɪŋ/
UK /sɪŋ/
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Verb

1.

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
2.

(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
3.

(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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