frine

Meaning

Verb

To grumble, whine, or whimper; fret; show discontent; murmur; complain.

Origin

Of North Germanic origin, akin to Swedish dialectal fryna, Norwegian frøyna ("to wrinkle up one's nose, make a wry face"). Perhaps related to frown.

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