whimpering

Meanings

• An expression of grief or pain, often made by a dog.

  - "The puppy gave a pitiful whimper as it limped away."
  - "After the loss of its owner, the loyal dog could not contain its sorrow and let out a mournful whimper."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with whimpering
whine , cry , sign , line

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Homophones

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1. ["whimper", "to make a soft, mournful sound"]
   

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Variants

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whimper , whimpered , whimpering , whimpers

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Forms

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The verb 'to whimper' can be used in the present continuous tense to indicate ongoing whimpering, as in 'The dog continued to whimper as it waited for its owner to return.'

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Etymology

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From Old English hwepran, meaning 'to whine or whimper'.

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Related Concepts

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1. Whining: A similar but often more persistent and irritating sound made by whimpering, often used to convey annoyance, dissatisfaction, or petulance in characters or individuals.

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Culture

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In literature, whimpering is often used to convey sadness, fear, or pain in characters. In art, it is depicted as a pitiful sound made by animals or humans in distress. In music, it is often used as a metaphor for sadness or pain in lyrics and titles. For example, the song 'Whimpering' by the band 'My Chemical Romance' is a powerful ballad that explores the themes of loss, heartbreak, and the human capacity to endure even the most unbearable pain.

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