noun

murmuring

Murmuring (noun) means a continuous soft, low sound, or quiet complaining. Example: “There was a murmuring of discontent among the staff after the announcement.”

noun

A continuous soft, low sound, or quiet complaining.

"There was a murmuring of discontent among the staff after the announcement."

How to use murmuring

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishQuiet, ongoing muttering — either background noise or grumbling complaints.

Word forms

murmurings plural

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Rhymes for murmuring

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Frequently asked questions

What does “murmuring” mean?

The word “murmuring” means a continuous soft, low sound, or quiet complaining. In plain terms, quiet, ongoing muttering — either background noise or grumbling complaints.

How do you use “murmuring” in a sentence?

Here is “murmuring” used in a sentence: “There was a murmuring of discontent among the staff after the announcement.”

What part of speech is “murmuring”?

“Murmuring” is a noun.

What is the meaning of murmuring?

"murmuring" (noun) means a continuous soft, low sound, or quiet complaining.

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