whistling (n.)

  1. the sound made by something moving rapidly or by steam coming out of a small aperture

    [ Syn: whistle ]

  2. the act of whistling a tune; his cheerful whistling indicated that he enjoyed his work'

  3. the act of signalling (e.g., summoning) by whistling or blowing a whistle; the whistle signalled the end of the game

    [ Syn: whistle ]

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