roar

B2
Pronunciation
/ɹɔː/
/ɹɔɹ/
Noun
5 definition(s)
1 Definition

A long, loud, deep shout, as of rage or laughter, made with the mouth wide open.

2 Definition

The cry of the lion.

3 Definition

The deep cry of the bull.

4 Definition

A loud resounding noise.

Example Sentences
  • the roar of a motorbike
5 Definition

A show of strength or character.

Verb
9 definition(s)
1 Definition

To make a loud, deep cry, especially from pain, anger, or other strong emotion.

2 Definition

To laugh in a particularly loud manner.

Example Sentences
  • The audience roared at his jokes.
3 Definition

Of animals (especially the lion), to make a loud deep noise.

Example Sentences
  • The lioness roared to scare off the hyenas.
4 Definition

Generally, of inanimate objects etc., to make a loud resounding noise.

5 Definition

To proceed vigorously.

6 Definition

To cry aloud; to proclaim loudly.

7 Definition

To be boisterous; to be disorderly.

8 Definition

To make a loud noise in breathing, as horses do when they have a certain disease.

9 Definition

(North Midlands) to cry