wail
- Noun. A prolonged cry, usually high-pitched, especially as of grief or anguish.
- Noun. Any similar sound as of lamentation; a howl.
- Verb. To cry out, as in sorrow or anguish.
- Verb. To weep, lament persistently or bitterly.
- Verb. To make a noise like mourning or crying.
- Verb. (slang) (context, music) To perform, express emotion in an exceptionally exciting way.
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