noun Uncommon

moaning

Moaning (noun) means the act of making a moan, or ongoing complaining. Example: “The moaning from the back seat continued for the whole trip.”

noun

The act of making a moan, or ongoing complaining.

"The moaning from the back seat continued for the whole trip."

How to use moaning

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishContinuous low sounds of pain, or (informally) constant complaining.

Word forms

moanings plural

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Rhymes for moaning

waning weaning meaning leaning loaning cleaning groaning demeaning

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Frequently asked questions

What does “moaning” mean?

The word “moaning” means the act of making a moan, or ongoing complaining. In plain terms, continuous low sounds of pain, or (informally) constant complaining.

How do you use “moaning” in a sentence?

Here is “moaning” used in a sentence: “The moaning from the back seat continued for the whole trip.”

What part of speech is “moaning”?

“Moaning” is a noun.

Is “moaning” a common word?

“Moaning” is an uncommon word in modern English.