weep
//wiːp//
Verb
weepInfinitive
weepPresent tense
weptPast tense
weptPast participle
weepingPresent participle
weepsThird-person singular
1
To shed tears, especially as an expression of grief, sorrow, or emotional distress.
She wept when she heard the sad news.
2
To exude liquid or moisture, as a wound or plant.
The cut on his hand began to weep after he removed the bandage.
3
To mourn or lament something or someone.
The whole nation wept the loss of their beloved leader.
Noun
1
A period or fit of weeping.
She had a good weep after hearing the sad news.