Vocalizing

/ˈvoʊkəlaɪzɪŋ/ verb

Definition

Making vocal sounds; singing, speaking, or expressing thoughts and feelings with your voice.

Etymology

From 'vocalize' (from Latin 'vocalis' meaning 'of the voice'). The -ize suffix means 'to make or perform,' and -ing creates the progressive form.

Kelly Says

Animals vocalize too—whales, birds, and primates all have complex 'vocalizations'—so when humans sing, we're part of a natural tradition that goes back millions of years!

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