Definition of Moan
Moan
Mo·an
Definition/Meaning
(verb)
A low, mournful, or complaining sound, often expressing pain or sadness.
e.g. The patient let out a loud moan as the nurse changed the bandage.
(noun)
an expression of dissatisfaction, regret, grief, or pain, especially one that is not taken seriously due to being perceived as trivial;
e.g. They suspected that her moan was only for the purpose of demanding attention.
(verb)
to make a prolonged low-pitched sound, especially as an expression of suffering or sexual pleasure, or to make such a sound or a sound similar to groaning;
e.g. He began to moan when I switched on the light to make him wake up.
(verb)
to grumble, complain, or express regret out loud;
e.g. She immediately began to moan about the terrible day she'd had.
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