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To weep aloud with convulsive gasping; cry uncontrollably. See Synonyms at cry.
(verb-intransitive)
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To make a sound resembling that of loud weeping.
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To utter with sobs.
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To put or bring (oneself) into a specified condition by sobbing: sob oneself to sleep.
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The act or sound of sobbing.
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