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whisper

/ˈwɪspər/

[/ˈwɪspər/]

to speak very softly

Beginnerverb

Definition

To whisper means to speak very quietly so others cannot hear.

Example

She whispered the secret in my ear.

She whispered the secret in my ear.

Etymology

From Old English 'hwisprian', imitating the soft sound.

How & Where It’s Used

Common verb for speaking very softly.

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