growl

verb
UK: /ɡraʊl/
US: /ɡraʊl/

  1. To make a low, angry sound.

    1. The dog will growl if you get too close to its food.
    2. I heard a low growl coming from the dark alleyway, and I hurried away.

  2. To say something in a low, angry voice.

    1. He began to growl at me when I told him the news.
    2. She would growl her disapproval instead of offering constructive criticism.

Synonyms

grumble roar snarl
growl noun

  1. A low, angry sound made by an animal or person.

    1. I heard the growl of a dog outside my window.
    2. The lion's deep growl echoed through the entire jungle, sending shivers down my spine.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "growl" in English means: To make a low, angry sound., To say something in a low, angry voice..

The phonetic transcription of "growl" is /ɡraʊl/ in British English and /ɡraʊl/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "growl": grumble, roar, snarl.

Example usage of "growl": "The dog will growl if you get too close to its food.". More examples on the page.