Associations to the word «Whirr»
Wiktionary
WHIRR, verb. To move or vibrate (something) with a buzzing sound.
WHIRR, verb. (intransitive) To make a sibilant buzzing or droning sound.
WHIRR, verb. (transitive) To cause (something) to make such a sound.
WHIRR, noun. A sibilant buzz or vibration; the sound of something in rapid motion.
WHIRR, noun. A bustle of noise and excitement.
Dictionary definition
WHIRR, noun. Sound of something in rapid motion; "whir of a bird's wings"; "the whir of the propellers".
WHIRR, verb. Make a soft swishing sound; "the motor whirred"; "the car engine purred".
WHIRR, verb. Make a vibrant sound, as of some birds.
Wise words
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understanding; one must use the same words for the same
genus of inward experience; ultimately one must have one's
experiences in common.