Meaning of the word cooing in English

What does cooing mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

cooing

US /ˈkuː.ɪŋ/
UK /ˈkuː.ɪŋ/

Verb

1.

making a soft murmuring sound, like a dove or pigeon

Example:
The doves were cooing softly on the rooftop.
I could hear the birds cooing from my window.
2.

speaking in a soft, gentle, and loving voice, often to a baby or a loved one

Example:
She was cooing at the baby, telling him how cute he was.
He was cooing sweet nothings into her ear.
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