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also whirr
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(Entry 1 of 2)
a monotonous sound like that of an insect in motion
- a whir coming from the refrigerator
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verbvariants:
also whirr
Synonyms of whir (Entry 2 of 2)
to fly, turn, or move rapidly with a fluttering or vibratory sound
- the hummingbird whirred as it hovered over a flower
- our tires whirred as we traveled over the rough road
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The first known use of whir was in the 15th century
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