Dictionary entry

Whisper (2)

Webster's Dictionary 1913

Whis″per, v. t.

1. To utter in a low and nonvocal tone; to say under the breath; hence, to mention privately and confidentially, or in a whisper.

They might buzz and whisper it one to another. Bentley.

2. To address in a whisper, or low voice.

And whisper one another in the ear. Shak.

Where gentlest breezes whisper souls distressed. Keble.

3. To prompt secretly or cautiously; to inform privately. “He came to whisper Wolsey.” Shak.