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Whinger

usgb/ˈwɪndʒər/Volume
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Colloquial usagePlay
Used in casual conversation among friends, not in formal settings. SlideAfter the game, James called himself a whinger for complaining about the referee.
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Negative connotationPlay
Describes someone negatively, suggesting they're annoying or difficult to please. SlideOur new colleague is a bit of a whinger; nothing is ever right for her.
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Primarily used in the UK and Australia, may be less understood by American English speakers. SlideWhen I lived in London, my mates called the complainer in our group the 'office whinger'.