groan (n.)

  1. an utterance expressing pain or disapproval

    [ Syn: moan ]

    groan (v.)

  1. indicate pain, discomfort, or displeasure; The students groaned when the professor got out the exam booklets; The ancient door soughed when opened

    [ Syn: moan ]

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