prowl

C1
Pronunciation
/pɹaʊl/
Noun
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

The act of prowling.

Example Sentences
  • I'm going on a midnight prowl.
Verb
3 definition(s)
1 Definition

To rove over, through, or about in a stealthy manner; especially, to search in, as for prey or booty.

Example Sentences
  • It's tough to sneak vandalism into Wikipedia as there are plenty of other users prowling the Recent Changes page.
2 Definition

To idle; to go about aimlessly.

Example Sentences
  • That dandy has nothing better to do than prowl around town all day in his pinstripe suit.
3 Definition

To collect by plunder.

Example Sentences
  • to prowl money