wail

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

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