What does bemoaning mean?
Bemoaning means present participle and gerund of bemoan.
Bemoaning
Pronunciation varies by accent · verb
Meaning
present participle and gerund of bemoan.
Definitions by Sense
- present participle and gerund of bemoan
- A moaning or lamentation that is loudly expressed.
Example Sentences
You may be well assured, that these distressing bemoanings were met with every soothing expression which the deepest interest, so strongly excited, could suggest.
Synonyms for bemoaning
Antonyms for bemoaning
Related Words
Word Forms
- bemoanings
Usage Notes
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You may be well assured, that these distressing bemoanings were met with every soothing expression which the deepest interest, so strongly excited, could suggest.
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