roar

//rɔːr//
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Verb

roarInfinitive
roarPresent tense
roaredPast tense
roaredPast participle
roaringPresent participle
roarsThird-person singular
1

To make a loud, deep, prolonged sound, especially as made by a lion or other large animal.

The lion roared loudly in the jungle.

2

To laugh loudly and heartily.

The audience roared at the comedian's joke.

3

To say something in a loud, forceful voice.

The coach roared instructions at the players.

4

To move or proceed with a loud noise, as of a vehicle or engine.

The motorcycle roared down the street.

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Noun

roarSingular
roarsPlural
1

A loud, deep, prolonged sound, especially one made by a lion or other large animal.

We could hear the lion's roar from across the zoo.

2

A loud, deep sound made by a person, especially when expressing strong emotion.

He let out a roar of anger when he heard the news.

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