miaul

/mi'ɔ:l/
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miaul

A cat lets out a soft miaul at the door.

Definition

  1. Noun:

    • The characteristic vocal sound produced by a domestic cat; a meow.
    • Any sound that closely resembles or imitates this feline vocalization.

  2. Verb (intransitive):

    • To utter the characteristic cry of a cat; to meow.
Usage and Examples

  • Noun: The sudden miaul from the alley made her jump.The old door hinge let out a high-pitched miaul.

  • Verb: The kitten began to miaul piteously at the closed door.Cats often miaul to communicate with their owners.

Advanced Usage
  • Onomatopoeic Use: The word "miaul" is often used in literary or descriptive contexts to evoke the specific sound, serving as an onomatopoeia.
Variants and Related Words
  • Meow (noun/verb): The more common, modern synonym for "miaul."
  • Mew (noun/verb): A softer or more plaintive cry of a cat, often used for kittens.
Synonyms
  • Meow
  • Mew
  • Caterwaul (specifically for a loud, harsh cry)
Notes on Meaning
  • Primary Meaning: The word directly denotes the vocalization of a cat.
  • Extended/Figurative Meaning: It can be applied to any non-feline source that produces a similar high-pitched, drawn-out sound, such as machinery, musical instruments, or other animals. This use is metaphorical.
miaul

A cat lets out a soft miaul at the door.

Noun
  1. the sound made by a cat (or any sound resembling this)

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