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Whinny Definition & Meaning

whinny
noun
  1. the characteristic sounds made by a horse
verb
  1. make a characteristic sound, of a horse

"Whinny" in song lyrics

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  • "sound of horse whinny"
    AOL — AOL

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Frequently asked questions

What does whinny mean?
the characteristic sounds made by a horse make a characteristic sound, of a horse
What part of speech is whinny?
Whinny is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does whinny have?
Whinny has 2 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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