Meaning of the word hoarse in English

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hoarse

US /hɔːrs/
UK /hɔːrs/

Adjective

1.

(of a voice or a person) having a rough voice, often because of a sore throat or a cold:

Example:
"I'm feeling a little better, thank you," she replied, in a hoarse voice.
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