moans

[US]/[mɔːn]/
[UK]/[moʊn]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.To make a deep, usually quiet sound expressing pain or pleasure.; To complain or express dissatisfaction, often in a whiny way.
n.A sound expressing pain or pleasure.; A complaint or expression of dissatisfaction.

Phrases & Collocations

hears moans

soft moans

moaned softly

moaning crowd

hears moaning

filled with moans

moans of pain

moaned loudly

hearing moans

deep moans

Example Sentences

the audience moans in disappointment after the singer misses a note.

he moans with pain as he tries to lift the heavy box.

the old house moans under the force of the strong wind.

she moaned softly as she drifted off to sleep.

the patient moans in agony from the abdominal pain.

the film elicited moans of boredom from the audience.

he moaned about the unfairness of the situation.

the engine moans under the strain of climbing the hill.

the ship moans as it battles against the rough seas.

she moaned with pleasure as she received the good news.

the old pipes moan under the pressure of the water.

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