~ 1
■ verb ( ~s , ~ing , ~ed )
1》 (of a pigeon or dove) make a soft murmuring sound.
2》 speak in a soft gentle voice.
■ noun a ~ing sound.
Origin
C17: imitative.
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~ 2
■ exclamation Brit. informal used to express surprise.
Origin
early 20th cent.: imitative.