adjective
snarling
Snarling (adjective) means growling angrily, or speaking in an aggressive tone. Example: “A snarling dog blocked the gate.”
adjective
1
Growling angrily, or speaking in an aggressive tone.
"A snarling dog blocked the gate."
noun
1
The act of growling or speaking angrily.
"The snarling from the kennels kept the neighbours awake."
How to use snarling
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDescribes an angry growl, whether from an animal or a person.
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Word forms
- Plural
- snarlings
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What does “snarling” mean?
The word “snarling” means growling angrily, or speaking in an aggressive tone. In plain terms, describes an angry growl, whether from an animal or a person.
How do you use “snarling” in a sentence?
Here is “snarling” used in a sentence: “A snarling dog blocked the gate.”
What part of speech is “snarling”?
Depending on how it is used, “snarling” can be an adjective and a noun.
How many meanings does “snarling” have?
“Snarling” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: growling angrily, or speaking in an aggressive tone.
