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Definition of Murmur

1. Noun. A low continuous indistinct sound; often accompanied by movement of the lips without the production of articulate speech.

2. Verb. Speak softly or indistinctly. "Sam and Sue murmur"; "She murmured softly to the baby in her arms"

3. Noun. A schwa that is incidental to the pronunciation of a consonant.

4. Verb. Make complaining remarks or noises under one's breath. "She grumbles when she feels overworked"

5. Noun. An abnormal sound of the heart; sometimes a sign of abnormal function of the heart valves.

6. Noun. A complaint uttered in a low and indistinct tone.

Definition of Murmur

1. n. A low, confused, and indistinct sound, like that of running water.

2. v. i. To make a low continued noise, like the hum of bees, a stream of water, distant waves, or the wind in a forest.

3. v. t. To utter or give forth in low or indistinct words or sounds; as, to murmur tales.

Definition of Murmur

1. to speak unclearly [v -ED, -ING, -S]

Medical Definition of Murmur

1. A finding on physical examination of the heart that can, in some cases, indicate the presence of cardiac disease. Murmurs result from vibrations set up in the bloodstream and the surrounding heart and great vessels as the result of turbulent flow. (27 Sep 1997)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Murmur

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murlins murls murly Murmansk murmur (current term) murmur (current term) murmuration murmured murmurer murmurers

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