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whistling

/hwɪstlɪŋ/ verb, noun · British & US
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What does whistling mean?

verb, noun

The act of producing a high-pitched sound by forcing air through the teeth, or a high-pitched sound produced in this way. A high-pitched sound, especially one made by a person.

Example

"The sound of whistling filled the air as the train approached."

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