growl

//ɡraʊl//
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Verb

growlInfinitive
growlPresent tense
growledPast tense
growledPast participle
growlingPresent participle
growlsThird-person singular
1

To make a low, guttural sound of hostility or anger, typically made by an animal such as a dog.

The dog growled at the stranger who approached the gate.

2

To speak or say something in a low, angry, or threatening tone.

"Get out of here," he growled at the intruder.

Antonym

Noun

1

A low, guttural sound of hostility or anger, especially one made by an animal.

The dog let out a low growl when the stranger approached.

2

A low, rumbling sound resembling an animal's growl.

The growl of thunder echoed across the valley.

Synonym