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Meaning of the word whimper in English

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whimper

US /ˈwɪm.pɚ/
UK /ˈwɪm.pɚ/
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Verb

1.

make a series of low, feeble sounds expressive of fear, pain, or unhappiness

Example:
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The dog began to whimper when its owner left.
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She could hear a faint whimper from the abandoned kitten.
Synonym:
moancrysobwailmewl

Noun

1.

a low, feeble sound expressive of fear, pain, or unhappiness

Example:
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A soft whimper escaped her lips.
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He heard a small whimper from the next room.
Synonym:
moancrysobwailmewl
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