whisper

verb

whis·per | \ ˈhwi-spər

, ˈwi-\

whispered; whispering\ ˈhwi-sp(ə-)riŋ

, ˈwi- \

Definition of whisper

(Entry 1 of 2)

1 : to speak softly with little or no vibration of the vocal cords especially to avoid being overheard

2 : to make a sibilant sound that resembles whispering

1 : to address in a whisper

2 : to utter or communicate in or as if in a whisper

whisper

noun

Definition of whisper (Entry 2 of 2)

1 : something communicated by or as if by whispering especially : rumor whispers of scandal

2a : an act or instance of whispering especially : speech without vibration of the vocal cords

b : a sibilant sound that resembles whispered speech

3 : hint, trace