1. sang in a soft, gentle voice, typically in a sentimental style
Usage: past tense of croon
2. spoke in a soft, soothing manner
Usage: past tense of croon

Examples

• The singer crooned love songs to the intimate audience.
• He crooned a lullaby to help the baby fall asleep.
• She crooned softly while playing her guitar.
• The jazz vocalist crooned classic standards all evening.
• The mother crooned gentle words to comfort her crying child.
• Frank Sinatra crooned his way into the hearts of millions.
• The performer crooned into the microphone with smooth confidence.