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whimper

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Verb — To cry or make small, weak, broken sounds, usually from pain, fear, or distress.

How to use whimper

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

whimper in pain a soft whimper go out with a whimper

Etymology

From an old dialect word whimp, meaning "to whine", with the frequentative ending -er added to suggest a repeated, ongoing sound.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “whimper” mean?

The word “whimper” means to cry or make small, weak, broken sounds, usually from pain, fear, or distress. In plain terms, a small, weak crying sound, or the act of making one.

How do you pronounce “whimper”?

“Whimper” is pronounced WIHM-puh (/ˈwɪmpə/ in IPA).

How do you use “whimper” in a sentence?

Here is “whimper” used in a sentence: “The puppy whimpered outside the door, wanting to be let in.”

What is another word for “whimper”?

Words with a similar meaning to “whimper” include mewl.

What part of speech is “whimper”?

Depending on how it is used, “whimper” can be a verb and a noun.

How many meanings does “whimper” have?

“Whimper” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to cry or make small, weak, broken sounds, usually from pain, fear, or distress.

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