Meaning of the word sobbing in English

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sobbing

US /ˈsɑːbɪŋ/
UK /ˈsɒbɪŋ/

Noun

the action of crying with short, convulsive gasps

Example:
Her quiet sobbing could be heard from the next room.
He tried to comfort her, but her sobbing continued.

Adjective

crying with short, convulsive gasps

Example:
The child was found sobbing in the corner.
She told him the bad news, and he immediately started sobbing.
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