miaou

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miaou

A small cat lets out a soft miaou.

Definition

  1. Noun:

    • The characteristic vocal sound made by a domestic cat; a meow. It can also refer to any sound that resembles this.

  2. Verb:

    • To make the sound characteristic of a cat; to meow.
Usage
  • Noun: Used to name or describe the sound itself.
  • Verb: Used to describe the action of producing that sound.
Examples

  • Noun:

    • A plaintive miaou came from under the porch.
    • The kitten's tiny miaou was barely audible.

  • Verb:

    • The stray cat would miaou at the door every evening.
    • I heard something miaou in the alley.
Advanced Usage
  • The word miaou is an example of onomatopoeia, where the word phonetically imitates the sound it describes. It is one of several spellings for this sound.
Variants and Related Words
  • Meow (noun/verb): The most common modern spelling in American English.
  • Miaow (noun/verb): A common spelling, particularly in British English.
  • Mew (noun/verb): Often used for the softer, higher-pitched sound of a kitten or cat.
Synonyms
  • Noun: meow, mew, cry (of a cat)
  • Verb: meow, mew, cry
Notes on Meaning
  • The primary meaning is directly related to the sound of a cat. When used for other things (e.g., "the rusty gate gave a miaou"), it is a figurative use implying a similar high-pitched, creaky, or plaintive sound.
miaou

A small cat lets out a soft miaou.

Noun
  1. the sound made by a cat (or any sound resembling this)
Verb
  1. make a cat-like sound

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