whir

[wɜːr]

whir Definition

• 1. to make a low, continuous, regular sound
• 2. to move or cause to move with a buzzing or whizzing sound

Using whir: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "whir" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The fan whirred quietly in the background.

• Example

  The machine whirred as it printed out the document.

• Example

  The helicopter blades whirred overhead.

• Example

  The sound of the blender whirring filled the kitchen.

whir Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for whir

• buzz
• hum
• whizz
• drone

Phrases with whir

• whir of activity

  a lot of activity happening at once

  Example

  The office was a whir of activity as everyone rushed to meet the deadline.

• whir of excitement

  a feeling of excitement or anticipation

  Example

  There was a whir of excitement in the air as the concert began.

• whir of machinery

  the sound of machines working together

  Example

  The factory was filled with the constant whir of machinery.

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Summary: whir in Brief

The verb 'whir' [wɜːr] refers to making a low, continuous, regular sound or moving with a buzzing or whizzing sound. Examples include the sound of a fan, machine, helicopter blades, or blender. Phrases like 'whir of activity' and 'whir of machinery' describe a lot of activity or the sound of machines working together.