noun

wheezing

Wheezing (noun) means the condition or sound of breathing with a rough, whistling noise. Example: “The doctor listened for wheezing in his lungs.”

noun

The condition or sound of breathing with a rough, whistling noise.

"The doctor listened for wheezing in his lungs."

How to use wheezing

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe audible, whistling sound of labored breathing.

Common pairings

wheezing and coughing shortness of breath and wheezing

Word forms

wheezings plural

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Rhymes for wheezing

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Frequently asked questions

What does “wheezing” mean?

The word “wheezing” means the condition or sound of breathing with a rough, whistling noise. In plain terms, the audible, whistling sound of labored breathing.

How do you use “wheezing” in a sentence?

Here is “wheezing” used in a sentence: “The doctor listened for wheezing in his lungs.”

What part of speech is “wheezing”?

“Wheezing” is a noun.

What is the meaning of wheezing?

"wheezing" (noun) means the condition or sound of breathing with a rough, whistling noise.