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groaning

The correct spelling is groaning.

How to pronounce groaning

/ˈɡɹəʊnɪŋ/
verb

IPA: /ˈɡɹəʊnɪŋ/

Say it like: Groa-nin-g

The correct spelling is groaning. To make a groan. For example: "The wooden table groaned under the weight of the banquet."

Usage Examples

The wooden table groaned under the weight of the banquet.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To make a groan.
  2. 2.To strive after earnestly, as if with groans.

noun

  1. 1.A low sound associated with extended suffering, sorrow, and toil.

adjective

  1. 1.That groans.
  2. 2.Heavily laden, as if to creak under the strain.

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