Word
growling
Phoneticsgrowl·ing, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈɡɹoʊɫɪŋ/
UK/ɡɹˈaʊlɪŋ/
Definition
n. a low, angry sound that a person or animal makes. You often hear this when someone is upset or when a dog is warning others to stay away.
n. a low, guttural sound made by a person or animal, typically as a sign of anger or warning. Often used to describe the vocalisation of a large mammal or a human expressing irritation.
Examples
“The dog gave a low growling sound when the mailman arrived.”
“A deep growling from the back of the house made the children run to their mother immediately.”
“The growling of the engine grew louder as the car approached the steep hill, signaling the driver's frustration with the slow traffic.”
Examples
simple
“The dog gave a low growling sound when the mailman arrived.”
contextual
“A deep growling from the back of the house made the children run to their mother immediately.”
complex
“The growling of the engine grew louder as the car approached the steep hill, signaling the driver's frustration with the slow traffic.”
Real-World Examples
“There is only a certain amount we are meant to ‘hold in mind’ in order to function successfully.”
What you are aware of: Your stomach growling when you’re hungry.” “Suddenly she disappeared behind my parked car and I heard a squeal, followed by guttural growling.” Word family
NOUN
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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