whistling meaning and definition

WHISTLING noun

Definition of whistling (noun)

1. the sound made by something moving rapidly or by steam coming out of a small aperture
   • synonyms: 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"
   • synonyms: whistle