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growl

verb/noun
/ɡraʊl/

Meaning

To make a low, guttural sound, often in anger (by animals or humans).

Example Sentences

The dog growled at the stranger.

Example Expressions

growl of thunder

Synonyms

snarl, grumble, rumble, roar

Antonyms

purr, cheer

Collocations

dog growl, growl at, low growl, growl of thunder

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