Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

whirry

verb
/ˈwɜːri/
Definition
to move quickly with a whirring sound or to make a whirring noise.
Examples
  • The drone began to whirry through the air, capturing stunning views of the landscape.
  • As the engine whirred to life, it filled the room with a comforting sound.
Meaning
The action of a device or object that produces a low, continuous sound as it moves or operates.
Synonyms
  • whir
  • buzz
  • hum
  • vibrate