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1 definition found From Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913) [web1913]: Groan \Groan\, v. i. [imp. & p. p. {Groaned}; p. pr & vb n. {Groaning}.] [OE. gronen granen, granien AS gr?nian, fr the root of grennian to grin. [root]35. See {2d Grin}, and cf {Grunt}.] 1. To give forth a low moaning sound in breathing; to utter a groan, as in pain, in sorrow, or in derision; to moan. For we . . . do groan, being burdened. --2 Cor. v. 4. He heard the groaning of the oak. --Sir W. Scott. 2. To strive after earnestly, as with groans. Nothing but holy, pure, and clear, Or that which groaneth to be so --Herbert.
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