growl

US /ɡraʊl/
UK /ɡraʊl/
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1.

to make a low, guttural, and often menacing sound, typically produced by an animal (especially a dog) in the throat

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The dog began to growl at the stranger.
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A bear's growl can be very intimidating.
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to make a low, rumbling sound, often indicating displeasure or a warning, similar to an animal's growl but made by a person

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He let out a low growl of frustration.
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The old man would often growl about the noisy children.
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1.

a low, guttural sound, typically made by an animal (especially a dog) as a sign of anger or warning

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We heard a fierce growl from the bushes.
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The wolf gave a warning growl.
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