Keening

The mourners swayed and chanted in a keening rhythm, honoring the memory of the deceased.

The keening sound of the ambulance pierced through the silence of the night.

The keening stench of decay emanated from the garbage dumpster, making it difficult to pass by.

The traditional keening at the Irish wake added an emotional element to the farewell ceremony.

The keening voices of the choir brought tears to the audience's eyes.