What does wheeze mean?
A high-pitched whistling sound, typically produced by air passing through a narrow passage in the lungs, or a faint, high-pitched sound, especially of a person's voice when they are speaking in a low tone.
Example
"The asthmatic child let out a loud wheeze as she breathed in."
Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.