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whine

/waɪn/ verb, noun · British & US
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What does whine mean?

verb, noun

To make a high-pitched, complaining sound, or a high-pitched sound made by an animal, typically in pain or need. A high-pitched, complaining sound.

Example

"The baby began to whine when she didn't get her way."

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