Definition

1. Noun:
   • A very loud, deep, and powerful shout or cry: A "bellowing" is a forceful, resonant vocal sound, often expressing strong emotion such as anger, pain, or command. It is likened to the deep, loud cry of a large animal, such as a bull.

Usage

• The word "bellowing" is used to describe a specific, intense type of shouting. It is typically a singular noun referring to the act or sound itself.
• It often implies a lack of control or a primal, raw expression of emotion.

Examples

• Noun:
  • The sergeant's bellowing could be heard across the entire parade ground.
  • A sudden bellowing of rage erupted from the next room.

Advanced Usage

• "to give a bellowing": to let out a very loud cry or shout.
  • The wounded animal gave a terrible bellowing before it fled.

Variants and Related Words

• Bellow (verb): to emit a deep loud roar, typically in pain or anger.
  • The coach would bellow instructions from the sidelines.
• Bellow (noun): a deep roaring shout or sound.
  • He let out a bellow of laughter.

Synonyms

• Roar: a full, deep, prolonged cry or sound.
• Howl: a long, loud, doleful cry.
• Yell: a loud, sharp cry of pain, surprise, or delight.
• Bawl: to cry or wail loudly.

Antonyms

• Whisper: speaking very softly using one's breath without one's vocal cords.
• Murmur: a soft, indistinct sound made by a person or group of people speaking quietly or at a distance.

Noun

1. a very loud utterance (like the sound of an animal)
   • his bellow filled the hallway