growl
1 of 2verb/ɡraʊl/
Forms:growls,growling,growled,growled
1
(of animals, particularly dogs) to make a rumbling sound from the throat as a sign of warning
C1- 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.
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.