Definition of whisper
(Entry 1 of 2)
1
: to speak softly with little or no vibration of the vocal cords especially to avoid being overheard
2
: to make a sibilant sound that resembles whispering
whisper
nounDefinition of whisper (Entry 2 of 2)
2a
: an act or instance of whispering
especially
: speech without vibration of the vocal cords
b
: a sibilant sound that resembles whispered speech
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The first known use of whisper was before the 12th century
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