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raucous

The correct spelling is raucous.

How to pronounce raucous

/ˈɹɔːkəs/
adjective

IPA: /ˈɹɔːkəs/

Say it like: Rau-cow-s

The correct spelling is raucous. Harsh and rough-sounding. For example: "At night, raucous sounds come from the swamp."

Usage Examples

At night, raucous sounds come from the swamp.

Acts of vandalism were committed by a raucous gang of drunkards.

The new neighbors had a raucous party.

Definition

adjective

  1. 1.Harsh and rough-sounding.
  2. 2.Disorderly and boisterous.
  3. 3.Loud and annoying.

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