First Known Use: 15th century
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croon
verb \ˈkrün\
: to sing (a song) in a low soft voice
Full Definition of CROON
intransitive verb
2
: to sing or speak in a gentle murmuring manner; especially : to sing in a soft intimate manner adapted to amplifying systems
transitive verb
: to sing (as a popular song or a lullaby) in a crooning manner
— croon noun
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Origin of CROON
Middle English croynen, from Middle Dutch cronen; akin to Old High German crōnen to chatter
CROONING Defined for Kids
croon
verb \ˈkrün\
croonedcroon·ing
Definition of CROON for Kids
: to hum or sing in a low soft voice
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