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whinger
What does whinger mean?
Someone who complains constantly and annoyingly.
"Don't be such a whinger, it's not that bad."
Origin
British and Australasian agent noun from 'whinge' (to complain).
Frequently asked questions
What does whinger mean?
A whinger is someone who complains constantly and in an annoying, whiny way.
What's the difference between whinging and complaining?
Whinging carries an extra sense of petty, persistent, whiny grumbling, so a 'whinger' is seen as more irritating than someone with a genuine complaint.
Is calling someone a whinger an insult?
Yes, mildly; it criticises someone for moaning too much, though it's usually used casually rather than as a strong insult.
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