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Meaning of whimper

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

whimper

Pronunciation:/ˈwɪmpə(ɹ)/

noun

Definitions

  1. A low intermittent sob.

verb

Definitions

  1. To cry or sob softly and intermittently.

    Example: The lonely puppy began to whimper as soon as we left the room.

  2. To cry with a low, whining, broken voice; to whine; to complain.

  3. To say something in a whimpering manner.

    Example: "Master, please don't punish me!" he whimpered.