weep

//wiːp//
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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.

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