noun
whirring
Whirring (noun) means a continuous low buzzing or humming sound, often from something spinning quickly. Example: “The whirring of the ceiling fan was the only sound in the quiet room.”
noun
1
A continuous low buzzing or humming sound, often from something spinning quickly.
"The whirring of the ceiling fan was the only sound in the quiet room."
adj
1
Producing a continuous low buzzing sound while spinning.
"The whirring drone hovered above the field."
How to use whirring
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA low, steady buzzing sound made by something spinning rapidly, like a fan or motor.
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Word forms
- Plural
- whirrings
- Comparative
- more whirring
- Superlative
- most whirring
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What does “whirring” mean?
The word “whirring” means a continuous low buzzing or humming sound, often from something spinning quickly. In plain terms, a low, steady buzzing sound made by something spinning rapidly, like a fan or motor.
How do you use “whirring” in a sentence?
Here is “whirring” used in a sentence: “The whirring of the ceiling fan was the only sound in the quiet room.”
What part of speech is “whirring”?
Depending on how it is used, “whirring” can be a noun and an adjective.
How many meanings does “whirring” have?
“Whirring” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a continuous low buzzing or humming sound, often from something spinning quickly.
