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Definition of Groan
1. Verb. Indicate pain, discomfort, or displeasure. "The meadows groan with animals "; "The ancient door soughed when opened"
Generic synonyms: Emit, Let Loose, Let Out, Utter
Derivative terms: Groaner, Moan, Moaner
2. Noun. An utterance expressing pain or disapproval.
Definition of Groan
1. v. i. To give forth a low, moaning sound in breathing; to utter a groan, as in pain, in sorrow, or in derision; to moan.
2. v. t. To affect by groans.
3. n. A low, moaning sound; usually, a deep, mournful sound uttered in pain or great distress; sometimes, an expression of strong disapprobation; as, the remark was received with groans.
Definition of Groan
1. Noun. A low, mournful sound uttered in pain or grief. ¹
2. Noun. A low, guttural sound uttered in frustration or disapproval. ¹
3. Verb. To make a groan. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Groan
1. to utter a low, mournful sound [v -ED, -ING, -S]
Medical Definition of Groan
1. 1. To give forth a low, moaning sound in breathing; to utter a groan, as in pain, in sorrow, or in derision; to moan. "For we . . . Do groan, being burdened." (2 Cor. V. 4) "He heard the groaning of the oak." (Sir W. Scott) 2. To strive after earnestly, as with groans. "Nothing but holy, pure, and clear, Or that which groaneth to be so." (Herbert) Origin: OE. Gronen, granen, granien, AS. Grnian, fr. The root of grennian to grin. 35. See 2d Grin, and cf. Grunt. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Groan
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