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wail - Dictionary definition and meaning for word
wail
Definition
(noun) a cry of sorrow and grief
Synonyms
:
lament
,
lamentation
,
plaint
Example Sentence
their pitiful laments could be heard throughout the ward
Definition
(verb) emit long loud cries
Synonyms
:
howl
,
roar
,
ululate
,
yaup
,
yawl
Example Sentence
wail in self-pity
howl with sorrow
Definition
(verb) cry weakly or softly
Synonyms
:
mewl
,
pule
,
whimper
Example Sentence
she wailed with pain
Word used in video below:
text: able to wail at it
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