murmur meaning and definition

MURMUR noun

Definition of murmur (noun)

1. a low continuous indistinct sound; often accompanied by movement of the lips without the production of articulate speech
   • synonyms: murmuration, murmuring, mussitation, mutter, muttering
2. a schwa that is incidental to the pronunciation of a consonant
   • synonyms: murmur vowel
3. an abnormal sound of the heart; sometimes a sign of abnormal function of the heart valves
   • synonyms: cardiac murmur, heart murmur
4. a complaint uttered in a low and indistinct tone
   • synonyms: grumble, grumbling, murmuring, mutter, muttering

MURMUR verb

Definition of murmur (verb)

1. speak softly or indistinctly
   • "She murmured softly to the baby in her arms"
2. make complaining remarks or noises under one's breath
   • "she grumbles when she feels overworked"
   • synonyms: croak, gnarl, grumble, mutter