Meaning of the word pining in English

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

pining

US /ˈpaɪnɪŋ/
UK /ˈpaɪnɪŋ/

Verb

suffering a mental and physical decline, especially because of a broken heart

Example:
She's been pining for her lost love ever since he left.
He spent weeks pining for a return to his homeland.