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Rarecrowed
The correct spelling is crowed.
How to pronounce crowed
verb
IPA: /kɹəʊd/
Say it like: Cro-wed
The correct spelling is crowed. To make the shrill sound characteristic of a rooster; to make a sound in this manner, either in gaiety, joy, pleasure, or defiance. For example: "He’s been crowing all day about winning the game of cards."
Usage Examples
“He’s been crowing all day about winning the game of cards.”
Definition
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.
- 3.To test the reed of a double reed instrument by placing the reed alone in the mouth and blowing it.
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