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whir

UK/hwә:/US
TOEFLC2

Definitions

v.

To move or spin rapidly with a buzzing or humming sound.

发出呼呼声,嗡嗡作响地转动

n.

A buzzing or humming sound made by something moving rapidly.

呼呼声,嗡嗡声,飕飕声

Root Breakdown

Onomatopoeia
whirother
=whir

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The saw's blade produced a whir as it cut through the wooden board.

  • 2.

    The propeller began to whir as the helicopter prepared for takeoff.

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