wail
UK/weil/US
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Definitions
v.
To cry out loudly in grief or pain; to make a prolonged high-pitched sound.
嚎啕大哭；哀号；发出哀鸣声
n.
A prolonged, high-pitched cry of grief, pain, or distress.
哀号声；嚎啕声；哭嚎
Root Breakdown
Native Englishwailother
=wail
Common Collocations
- 1.wail loudly大声哀号
- 2.wail in despair绝望地哭号
Example Sentences
- 1.
The mother wailed in anguish when she heard the tragic news.
- 2.
A wail of despair echoed through the empty building.