Definitions of murmur:

  • noun:   a schwa that is incidental to the pronunciation of a consonant
  • noun:   a complaint uttered in a low and indistinct tone
  • noun:   a low continuous indistinct sound; often accompanied by movement of the lips without the production of articulate speech
  • noun:   an abnormal sound of the heart; sometimes a sign of abnormal function of the heart valves
  • verb:   make complaining remarks or noises under one's breath
  • verb:   speak softly or indistinctly
    Example: "She murmured softly to the baby in her arms"