meow
the characteristic sound a cat makes.
a spiteful or catty remark.
to make the sound of a cat.
to make a spiteful or catty remark.
Origin of meow
1- Sometimes mi·aou, mi·aow; mi·aul [mee-oul, mee-awl] /miˈaʊl, miˈɔl/ .
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How to use meow in a sentence
Even if you’re not 100 percent sure which purr or meow means what, it’s safe to assume your feline pal won’t turn down a new toy.
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"I have slight suggestion, perhaps merely cat's meow and not worthy exalted attention," he offered.
The Onslaught from Rigel | Fletcher PrattThen at its highest and loudest there was a prolonged "meow" and silence, followed finally by the sweet chant of the Song-sparrow.
Two Little Savages | Ernest Thompson SetonThe big Maltese cat did not like to hear the whistle so close to his27 ears; it made his ears hurt, so he said “meow!”
Exciting Adventures of Mister Robert Robin | Ben Field
Jeremiah remembered his former unhappy experience, apparently, for with one despairing meow he disappeared down the chimney.
The Cat in Grandfather's House | Carl Henry GraboI nearly fell in, myself, trying to get it out, but the well was deep and I couldn't raise a meow or a whisker.
From the Car Behind | Eleanor M. Ingram
British Dictionary definitions for meow
miaou or miaow miaul (mɪˈaʊl, mjaʊl)
/ (mɪˈaʊ, mjaʊ) /
(intr) (of a cat) to make a characteristic crying sound
an imitation of this sound
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