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complaining

The correct spelling is complaining.

How to pronounce complaining

verb

IPA: /kəmˈpleɪnɪŋ/

Say it like: Com-pla-yni-ng

The correct spelling is complaining. To express feelings of pain, dissatisfaction, or resentment. For example: "Joe was always complaining about the noise made by his neighbours."

Usage Examples

Joe was always complaining about the noise made by his neighbours.

They've complained about me to the police again.

the complaining bed-springs

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To express feelings of pain, dissatisfaction, or resentment.
  2. 2.To make a formal accusation or bring a formal charge.
  3. 3.To creak or squeak, as a timber or wheel.

noun

  1. 1.The act by which someone complaints; a complaint.

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