What does WHIRR mean?

1. Parts of Speech: Verb, Noun

2. Definitions:

1. (Verb) To make a low, continuous, humming or buzzing sound, like that of a spinning top or a motor.
2. (Noun) A low, continuous, humming or buzzing sound, like that of a spinning top or a motor.

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /wɜr/
• UK: /wɜːr/

4. Origin and Usage: The word "whirr" originated from the imitative sound of a spinning object. It is commonly used to describe the sound of machinery, engines, and other mechanical devices. It can also be used to describe the sound of something spinning or revolving rapidly, such as a top or a fan.

5. Synonyms: buzz, hum, drone, vibrate, purr

6. Related Words: swirl, twirl, whine, whist, whizz

7. Example Sentences:

• The machine began to whirr as it started up.
• The sound of the helicopters blades whirring overhead was deafening.
• He could hear the whirr of the electric fan as it oscillated back and forth.