Meaning of the word caterwauling in English
What does caterwauling mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
caterwauling
US /ˈkæt̬.ɚ.wɑː.lɪŋ/
UK /ˈkæt.ə.wɔː.lɪŋ/
Noun
1.
a loud, wailing cry, typically made by a cat in heat
Example:
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The neighborhood was kept awake by the constant caterwauling of stray cats.
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We heard the mournful caterwauling from the alley.
2.
a harsh, discordant noise
Example:
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The band's performance was a chaotic caterwauling of instruments.
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His singing was more of a painful caterwauling than a melody.
Verb
to make a loud, wailing cry
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The cat started caterwauling outside the window.
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The drunk man was caterwauling loudly in the street.