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groan::noun | Spocien Dictionary
| Type | Words |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | moan |
| Type of | utterance, vocalization |
Examples of groan
groan
I tried to thank Hollingsworth, but could only muster a small groan of pleasure.
From the sfgate.com
With an excruciating groan, all 190 ft. of trunk and green spire crash to earth.
From the time.com
I gestured that I would stop if he needed help, but with a groan he waved me on.
From the telegraph.co.uk
The crowd responded with a momentary groan before shifting to an extended cheer.
From the kansas.com
As a result, supermarket shelves now groan under the weight of kosher offerings.
From the businessweek.com
Even the clowns, often groan-worthy with this company, are sharper and speedier.
From the independent.co.uk
This is a beautiful book that may surprise kids who groan about going to school.
From the washingtonpost.com
Their exchanges ranged from absurd to amusing, from groan-worthy to hypnotizing.
From the straightsets.blogs.nytimes.com
We groan when Vanessa declares the lip salve must have slipped out of her pocket.
From the theaustralian.com.au
- An utterance expressing pain or disapproval
- Indicate pain, discomfort, or displeasure; "The students groaned when the professor got out the exam booklets"; "The ancient door soughed when opened"
- A low, mournful sound uttered in pain or grief; A low, guttural sound uttered in frustration or disapproval; To make a groan
- (groaning) A low sound associated with extended suffering, sorrow, and toil; Making groans; That groans; That is heavily laden
- (Groans) If you hear groans in your dream, decide quickly on your course, for enemies are undermining your business. If you are groaning with fear, you will be pleasantly surprised at the turn for better in your affairs, and you may look for pleasant visiting among friends.
