whistling

1 of 2

noun

whis·​tling ˈ(h)wi-s(ə-)liŋ 

: the act or sound of one that whistles : whistle

whistling

2 of 2

present participle of whistle entry 2

Examples of whistling in a Sentence

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Noun

There’s more intense communication between the members of the quartet on a couple of extended numbers, and Wooley returns with the whistling to wrap things up. — Bret Saunders, Denver Post, 6 June 2026

Ed Masley Spaghetti Western guitars and whistling set the tone for Chayce Beckham’s performance. — Ed Masley, AZCentral.com, 27 Feb. 2026

The shop foreman has taken multiple test drives and acknowledged the whistling. — John Paul, The Providence Journal, 13 Feb. 2026

The calliope's whistling is said to be heard as much as five miles away on clear days. — Leo Bertucci, Louisville Courier Journal, 9 Oct. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

Noun

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing whistling

• whistling swan