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Crowing
/ˈkɹəʊɪŋ/
To make the shrill sound characteristic of a rooster; to make a sound in this manner, either in gaiety, joy, pleasure, or defiance.
📖 Definitions of "Crowing"
verb
- 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
To shout in exultation or defiance; to brag.
"He’s been crowing all day about winning the game of cards."
- 3
To test the reed of a double reed instrument by placing the reed alone in the mouth and blowing it.
noun
- 1
A cry of joy or pleasure.
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