Keening

The keening whistle of the teapot signaled that the water was boiling.

The keening cries of the bereaved could be heard at the gravesite.

The mourners' keening filled the air as they bid farewell to their beloved friend.

The ancient ritual of keening has been passed down through generations in our family.

The young child stood by the graveside, keening for his pet dog that had passed away.

In ancient Celtic rituals, women would often keening during funeral rites to honor the departed.