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moans

The correct spelling is moans.

How to pronounce moans

noun

Say it like: Moa-ns

The correct spelling is moans. A low, mournful cry of pain, sorrow or pleasure For example: "‘Please don't leave me,’ he moaned."

Usage Examples

‘Please don't leave me,’ he moaned.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A low, mournful cry of pain, sorrow or pleasure

verb

  1. 1.To complain about; to bemoan, to bewail; to mourn.
  2. 2.To grieve.
  3. 3.To distress (someone); to sadden.
  4. 4.To make a moan or similar sound.
  5. 5.To say in a moan, or with a moaning voice.

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