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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

wheezing

/hwizɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does wheezing mean?

verb

A high-pitched whistling sound, typically produced by a person with a respiratory condition, such as asthma. To make a high-pitched whistling sound, often due to a respiratory condition.

Example

"The child's wheezing grew louder as she struggled to breathe."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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