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Added 10 October 2026

whispering

/ˈ(h)wɪspəɹɪŋ/ noun

noun Definition from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University. Pronunciation from Wiktionary, via Kaikki.org. More about whispering at Wordnik → Where our words come from →

A light noise, like the noise of silk clothing or leaves blowing in the wind.
Speaking softly without vibration of the vocal cords.

adjective

Making a low continuous indistinct sound.
like murmuring waves

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