noun

croaking

Croaking (noun) means the rough, repeated sound made by frogs or a hoarse voice. Example: “The croaking of frogs filled the summer night.”

noun

The rough, repeated sound made by frogs or a hoarse voice.

"The croaking of frogs filled the summer night."

How to use croaking

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe noun form of "croak" — the ongoing sound itself.

Common pairings

the croaking of frogs constant croaking

Word forms

croakings plural

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Rhymes for croaking

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Frequently asked questions

What does “croaking” mean?

The word “croaking” means the rough, repeated sound made by frogs or a hoarse voice. In plain terms, the noun form of "croak" — the ongoing sound itself.

How do you use “croaking” in a sentence?

Here is “croaking” used in a sentence: “The croaking of frogs filled the summer night.”

What part of speech is “croaking”?

“Croaking” is a noun.

What is the meaning of croaking?

"croaking" (noun) means the rough, repeated sound made by frogs or a hoarse voice.

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