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Definition of whinge

whinge

verb

  • to whine. Derogatory. British.
    She never stops whingeing.
    She never stops whinging.
    Poms didn't whinge.

    Last edited on Apr 25 2013. Submitted by Lisa B from UK on Jul 09 1998.

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