Wailing

//ˈweɪlɪŋ//

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The word "wailing" can be used as noun, verb and adjective.

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Derived Terms

weeping and wailing and gnashing of teeth

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Broader Terms (Hypernyms)

crying tears weeping

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howl scream wail

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