v. t. To affect by groans. [ 1913 Webster ]
n. A low, moaning sound; usually, a deep, mournful sound uttered in pain or great distress; sometimes, an expression of strong disapprobation;
Such groans of roaring wind and rain. Shak. [ 1913 Webster ]
The wretched animal heaved forth such groans. Shak. [ 1913 Webster ]
v. i.
For we . . . do groan, being burdened. 2 Cor. v. 4. [ 1913 Webster ]
He heard the groaning of the oak. Sir W. Scott. [ 1913 Webster ]
Nothing but holy, pure, and clear,
Or that which
a. Agonizing; sad. [ Obs. ] Spenser. [ 1913 Webster ]