interjection
arf
Arf (interjection) means used to represent the sound of a dog barking. Example: “Arf, arf!" went the little terrier as the postman approached.”
interjection
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Used to represent the sound of a dog barking.
""Arf, arf!" went the little terrier as the postman approached."
How to use arf
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA written imitation of a dog's bark, similar to "woof."
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Etymology
An onomatopoeic word imitating a dog's bark.
Synonyms
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bow-wow
woof
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What does “arf” mean?
The word “arf” means used to represent the sound of a dog barking. In plain terms, a written imitation of a dog's bark, similar to "woof.".
How do you use “arf” in a sentence?
Here is “arf” used in a sentence: “"Arf, arf!" went the little terrier as the postman approached.”
What is another word for “arf”?
Words with a similar meaning to “arf” include bow-wow and woof.
What part of speech is “arf”?
“Arf” is an interjection.
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