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groaning

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Adjective — Making a low sound of pain, strain, or complaint.

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How to use groaning

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groaning under the weight a groaning table groaning shelves

Etymology

From groan plus the "-ing" ending, describing something that is currently making that sound.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “groaning” mean?

The word “groaning” means making a low sound of pain, strain, or complaint. In plain terms, describing something that is groaning — often used for a surface or structure overloaded with weight.

How do you pronounce “groaning”?

“Groaning” is pronounced GROH-nihng (/ˈɡɹoʊnɪŋ/ in IPA).

How do you use “groaning” in a sentence?

Here is “groaning” used in a sentence: “The table was groaning under the weight of all the food.”

What part of speech is “groaning”?

“Groaning” is an adjective.

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