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prowl in German

prowl in German is durchstreifen, herumstreifen — prowl means to move about quietly and stealthily, especially while hunting or searching for something.

prowl in German

durchstreifen
verb
(ambitransitive) To rove over, through, or about in a stealthy manner; especially, to search in, as for prey or booty.
herumstreifen
verb
(ambitransitive) To rove over, through, or about in a stealthy manner; especially, to search in, as for prey or booty.
herumstreifen
verb
(intransitive) To idle; to go about aimlessly.

What does "prowl" mean?

  1. verb To move about quietly and stealthily, especially while hunting or searching for something.
    "The tiger prowled through the tall grass, stalking its prey."
  2. noun The act of prowling, especially as in the phrase "on the prowl."
    "The cat went out on the prowl after dark."

prowl in a sentence

  • The tiger prowled through the tall grass, stalking its prey.
  • A suspicious man was seen prowling around the parked cars.
  • The cat went out on the prowl after dark.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "prowl" in German?

"prowl" in German is durchstreifen, herumstreifen. prowl means: To move about quietly and stealthily, especially while hunting or searching for something.

How do you use "prowl" in a sentence?

Example: "The tiger prowled through the tall grass, stalking its prey." In German, "prowl" is durchstreifen, herumstreifen.

Are there other ways to say "prowl" in German?

Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "prowl": durchstreifen, herumstreifen.

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