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Whistle Definition & Meaning

1. A high-pitched sound made by blowing air through pursed lips or a whistle instrument.

Example: The referee blew his whistle to signal the end of the game.

2. A device used to produce a loud, shrill sound for signaling or attracting attention.

Example: The lifeguard blew his whistle to warn the swimmers of the approaching storm.

3. To produce a whistling sound by forcing air through a narrow opening or passage.

Example: The wind whistled through the trees on the stormy night.

4. To make a high-pitched sound by sucking air through the teeth.

Example: The child whistled with delight when he saw the ice cream truck.

5. To give a signal or warning by blowing a whistle.

Example: The train conductor whistled to alert the passengers that the train was about to depart.

Examples of the word whistle used in sentences.

  • I like to whistle while I work.
  • The kettle is starting to whistle, which means the water is boiling.
  • She blew the whistle to signal the start of the game.
  • The little boy learned how to whistle for the first time today.
  • The coach blew his whistle to stop the players from moving.
  • The coach blew his whistle and signaled the end of the game.
  • If you whistle in the forest, you may attract the attention of wild animals.
  • Hearing a whistle from the kitchen, I knew that dinner was ready.
  • I can whistle the tune of the famous song that everyone knows.
  • Whistling past the graveyard is not a good way to face your fears.
  • The wind began to whistle through the trees as the storm approached.
  • He whistled a happy tune as he strolled down the street.
  • The train whistle sounded in the distance, signaling its arrival at the station.
  • The referee blew his whistle to signal the start of the game.
  • She heard a whistle and turned around to see her dog running toward her.
  • She began to whistle a tune as she walked down the street.
  • The sound of the whistle filled the air as the steam train approached the station.
  • The security guard noticed a suspicious person and sounded his whistle for backup.
  • The referee blew his whistle to signal the beginning of the match.
  • The lifeguard blew his whistle to warn the swimmers about the strong currents.
  • She let out a piercing whistle to get the attention of the lost child.
  • The coach blew his whistle to signal the end of practice.
  • He whistled in admiration as he watched the gymnast perform.
  • The sound of a distant train whistle filled the quiet night air.
  • It's considered rude to whistle at someone on the street.
  • As a seasoned referee, I can always tell when a player is deliberately whistling to distract their opponent.
  • While hiking through the forest, I heard a faint whistle and quickly realized it was a bird calling out to its mate.
  • The sound of the train whistle in the distance always brings back fond memories of my childhood.
  • In order to catch the attention of my dog, I would always whistle a short tune and she would come running over.
  • The orchestra conductor instructed the flutist to whistle the high note instead of playing it, creating a unique sound effect.
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