First Known Use: 1513
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1whimper
verb whim·per \ˈhwim-pər, ˈwim-\
: to make a quiet crying sound
: to complain in a weak or annoying way
whim·peredwhim·per·ing \-p(ə-)riŋ\
Full Definition of WHIMPER
intransitive verb
1
: to make a low whining plaintive or broken sound
2
: to complain or protest with or as if with a whimper
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Origin of WHIMPER
imitative
2whimper
noun
: a quiet crying sound
: a mild expression of complaint or protest
Full Definition of WHIMPER
1
: a whimpering cry or sound
2
: a petulant complaint or protest <the bill passed without a whimper>
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First Known Use of WHIMPER
circa 1700
WHIMPER Defined for Kids
1whimper
verb whim·per \ˈhwim-pər, ˈwim-\
whim·peredwhim·per·ing
Definition of WHIMPER for Kids
: to make a quiet crying sound
2whimper
noun
Definition of WHIMPER for Kids
: a whining cry
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