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murmurs

The correct spelling is murmurs.

How to pronounce murmurs

noun

Say it like: Mur-mur-s

The correct spelling is murmurs. Any low, indistinct sound, like that of running water. For example: "A murmur arose from the audience."

Usage Examples

A murmur arose from the audience.

I couldn't hear the words; he just murmured a lot.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.Any low, indistinct sound, like that of running water.
  2. 2.Soft indistinct speech.
  3. 3.The sound made by any condition which produces noisy, or turbulent, flow of blood through the heart.
  4. 4.A muttered complaint or protest; the expression of dissatisfaction in a low muttering voice; any expression of complaint or discontent

verb

  1. 1.To grumble; to complain in a low, muttering voice, or express discontent at or against someone or something.
  2. 2.To speak or make low, indistinguishable noise; to mumble, mutter.
  3. 3.To say (something) indistinctly, to mutter.

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