Dictionary definition · murmur
noun
- a low continuous indistinct sound; often accompanied by movement of the lips without the production of articulate speech
- a schwa that is incidental to the pronunciation of a consonant
- an abnormal sound of the heart; sometimes a sign of abnormal function of the heart valves
- a complaint uttered in a low and indistinct tone
verb
- speak softly or indistinctly"She murmured softly to the baby in her arms"
- make complaining remarks or noises under one's breath"she grumbles when she feels overworked"
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Source: Open English WordNet (CC BY 4.0).