crowing

/ˈkɹəʊɪŋ//ˈkɹoʊɪŋ/

verb

  1. 1

    To make the shrill sound characteristic of a rooster; to make a sound in this manner, either in gaiety, joy, pleasure, or defiance.

  2. 2

    To shout in exultation or defiance; to brag.

    “He’s been crowing all day about winning the game of cards.”
  3. 3

    To test the reed of a double reed instrument by placing the reed alone in the mouth and blowing it.

noun

  1. 1

    A cry of joy or pleasure.

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