whistle, n.
(whistles)
(whistles)
an inexpensive fipple flute
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pennywhistle tin whistle whistle
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acoustic device that forces air or steam against an edge or into a cavity and so produces a loud shrill sound
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whistle
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a small wind instrument that produces a whistling sound by blowing into it
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whistle
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the act of signalling (e.g., summoning) by whistling or blowing a whistle
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whistle whistling
sample sentences
"the whistle signalled the end of the game"
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the sound made by something moving rapidly or by steam coming out of a small aperture
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whistle whistling