Meaning & use
whimper
To make a series of low, weak, whining sounds expressing pain, fear, or distress.
See it in a sentence
The puppy whimpered quietly until someone finally opened the door to let it in.
She heard a faint whimper coming from behind the shed and went to investigate.
A note on using this word
Whimper suggests a soft, restrained sound, weaker than a cry or wail, often used for children or animals in mild distress.
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