Definition of whimper
(Entry 1 of 2)
1
: to make a low whining plaintive or broken sound
2
: to complain or protest with or as if with a whimper
whimper
nounDefinition of whimper (Entry 2 of 2)
1
: a whimpering cry or sound
2
: a petulant complaint or protest
the bill passed without a whimper
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The first known use of whimper was in 1513
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