Whiney

whin·y

[hwahy-nee, wahy-]
adjective, whin·i·er, whin·i·est.
complaining; fretful; cranky: The baby is whiny because he missed his nap.
Also, whin·ey.


Origin:
1850–55; whine + -y1

whin·i·ness, noun
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whiny (ˈwaɪnɪ) [Click for IPA pronunciation guide]
 
adj , whinier, whiniest
1.  high-pitched and plaintive
2.  peevish; complaining

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Whiney is always a great word to know.
So is bezoar. Does it mean:
a calculus or concretion found in the stomach or intestines of certain animals, esp. ruminants, formerly reputed to be an effective remedy for poison.
a stew of meat, vegetables, potatoes, etc.
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