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Meaning of bellow
to produce a loud, deep cry, typically to express excitement, anger, or pain
Etymology of bellow
The word "bellow" originated from Old English "bellan", which is also the source of the Modern English word "bell", and is related to the Old Norse word "bjalla", meaning "to roar"
The word has been used in English since the 9th century to describe the loud cry of an animal, especially a bull or an ox
Synonyms
Definitions
- to give a loud, deep cry, typically to express excitement, anger, or pain
- * to shout or yell loudly, typically to express strong emotions
- * to produce a loud, resonant sound, like the cry of an animal
Usage Examples
- The bull began to bellow loudly as it charged towards the matador
- * The crowd started to bellow in protest when the referee made a disputed call
- * The woman let out a loud bellow as she gave birth to her baby