Meaning & use
yelping
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making a short, sharp cry, typically of pain, fear, or excitement, especially as done by a dog.
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The puppy went yelping across the yard after stepping on a bee.
She heard someone yelping in surprise when the cold water hit them.
A note on using this word
Though most associated with dogs, 'yelping' can describe any sudden, sharp human or animal cry.
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