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Meaning of Bellow
The primary meaning of the word "bellow" is to produce a loud, deep cry, typically to express pain, anger, or excitement.
Definitions
- To produce a loud, deep cry, typically to express pain, anger, or excitement, as a person or an animal.
- To shout or yell loudly, often to express strong emotions or to make oneself heard.
- A loud, deep cry, typically made by an animal, such as a bull or an elephant.
Etymology of Bellow
The word "bellow" has its origins in Old English "bellan", which is also the source of the Modern English word "bell", and is related to the Old Norse "bjalla", which means "to roar".
The word has been used in English since the 9th century to describe the sound made by animals, particularly cattle, and later to describe the act of shouting or yelling loudly.
Example Uses
- The bull began to bellow loudly as it charged towards the matador.
- She let out a loud bellow of anger when she saw the damage to her car.
- The crowd began to bellow and cheer as the rock band took the stage.