Meaning of the word bawl in English

What does bawl mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

bawl

US /bɑːl/

UK /bɔːl/

to shout or call out noisily and unrestrainedly

Example:

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The child began to bawl when he couldn't find his toy.

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He had to bawl at the top of his lungs to be heard over the music.

Synonym:

shout yell scream howl roar

a loud, unrestrained cry or shout

Example:

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He let out a bawl of frustration.

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The baby's sudden bawl startled everyone.

Synonym:

shout yell scream howl roar

Related Word:

bawl out