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to whistle
01
to make a high-pitched sound by forcing air out through one's partly closed lips
02
make a whining, ringing, or whistling sound
03
utter or express by whistling
04
move with, or as with, a whistling sound
05
move, send, or bring as if by whistling
06
give a signal by whistling
Whistle
01
an inexpensive fipple flute
02
the act of signalling (e.g., summoning) by whistling or blowing a whistle
03
a device mounted on locomotives and some railcars that emits a loud, high-pitched sound to signal warnings or communicate with personnel and other trains
04
a small, handheld device used to produce a high-pitched sound when blown into, often used for communication, signaling, or as a toy for play and fun
05
the sound made by something moving rapidly or by steam coming out of a small aperture
Example
Sarah whistled a catchy melody while doing household chores.
He began to whistle a cheerful tune while walking down the street.
John couldn't contain his excitement and started to whistle a happy tune.
The boy learned how to whistle by watching his grandfather.
The teapot whistled with a shrill tone when the water reached boiling point.
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