moaning

moan-ing · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    The action or sound of making a long, low sound expressing pain, suffering, or pleasure.

  2. 2.

    Persistent complaining or grumbling.

  3. 3.

    A low, prolonged sound made by wind or objects.

Related words

See also: complaining, groaning, moan
Synonyms: complaining, groaning, grumbling, whimpering

Etymology

Present participle of moan, from Old English maenan ("to moan, lament, complain").