growl - Definition & Meaning | Lingo Dictionary

growl

(of animals, particularly dogs) to make a rumbling sound from the throat as a sign of warning(of animals, particularly dogs) to make a rumbling sound from the throat as a sign of warning

Examples

The bear growled menacingly, warning other animals to stay away.
The dog began to growl when a stranger approached its territory.
The protective mother bear growled at any perceived threat to her cubs.

Synonyms

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growl

Third Person

growls

Present Participle

growling

Past Tense

growled

Past Participle

growled

1

(of animals, particularly dogs) to make a rumbling sound from the throat as a sign of warning

The bear growled menacingly, warning other animals to stay away.
The dog began to growl when a stranger approached its territory.
The protective mother bear growled at any perceived threat to her cubs.
As the wolf approached, it began to growl to establish its presence.
The lion growled, asserting dominance over the pride.

Synonyms:

2

to speak in a low, guttural voice, often indicating anger, irritation, or frustration

He growled at the rude comment, clearly annoyed.
She growled in frustration when she couldn’t find her keys.
"Don’t touch that!"he growled, grabbing the object from her.
"Leave me alone!"he growled, showing his irritation.
He suddenly growled at her, his patience wearing thin.