Keening

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

As the fog rolled in, a keening foghorn warned ships of the treacherous rocks ahead.

The horror movie was accompanied by a soundtrack of keening voices, adding to the creepy atmosphere.

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

The haunting melody of the keening bagpipes played at the memorial service brought a sense of solemnity to the occasion.