Definition of Whimper
Whimper
whim·per
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(noun)
a quiet/weak whining sound, typically expressing pain, fear, or unhappiness, or something such as a protest or complaint made in such a whining tone of voice;
e.g. The kitten gave a whimper as I pulled the thorns out of its paws. The father said he didn't want to hear a whimper from the children because they deserved their punishment.
(noun)
a weak or disappointing ending to something, or a weak/disappointing change in the tone or nature something;
e.g. The protesters' demands had reduced to a whimper as they grew tired of being ignored.
(verb)
to make a weak, quiet whining sound, typically expressing pain, fear, or unhappiness, or to say something in such a whining tone of voice;
e.g. She started to whimper as the tiger moved toward them.
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