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Definition of wheeziness

wheeziness

/ˈwiː.zi.nəs/
wheez · i · ness
Adverb:wheezily
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Adjective:wheezy
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wheeziness Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The quality or condition of breathing with difficulty and producing a whistling or rattling sound in the chest.

Example

"The patient visited the clinic complaining of persistent wheeziness after exercising in the cold air."

2

A hoarse, whistling, or raspy quality in a sound, voice, or mechanical device.

Example

"The old pipe organ had a noticeable wheeziness whenever the lower pedals were pressed."

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Wheeziness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/wheeziness
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