Definitions
There are 7 meanings of the word
Whistling.
Whistling - as a noun
The sound made by something moving rapidly or by steam coming out of a small aperture
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
whistleThe act of whistling a tune
Example: "His cheerful whistling indicated that he enjoyed his work"
The act of signalling (e.g., summoning) by whistling or blowing a whistle
Example: "The whistle signalled the end of the game"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
whistleWhistling - as a verb
To make a shrill, high-pitched sound by forcing air through the mouth. to produce a whistling sound, restrictions to the flow of air are created using the teeth, tongue and lips.
Example: "Never whistle at a funeral."
To make a similar sound by forcing air through a musical instrument or a pipe etc.
Example: "The stream train whistled as it passed by."
To move in such a way as to create a whistling sound.
Example: "A bullet whistled past."
To send, signal, or call by a whistle.
Example Sentences
"The sound of the wind whistling through the trees was so soothing."
"The high-pitched whistling of the tea kettle signaled that the water was boiling."
"She couldn't help but smile when she heard the distant whistling of a tune."
"The referee blew the whistle, and the whistling echoed throughout the stadium."
"His whistling while he worked annoyed his coworkers."
Word Game Points
Is WHISTLING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, whistling is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
WHISTLING has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.
Is WHISTLING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, whistling is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordWHISTLING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.
Is WHISTLING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, whistling is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordWHISTLING has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.
