Meaning & Definition of word "Crowing"

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    Crowing

    /ˈkroʊɪŋ/

    noun:

    • 1. The sound made by a rooster.
      • Example: We could hear the crowing of the roosters from the farm.
    • 2. A boastful or triumphant utterance.
      • Example: His crowing after the victory was heard throughout the town.

    verb:

    • 1. The act of a rooster making its characteristic cry.
      • Example: The rooster was crowing at dawn, signaling the start of a new day.
    • 2. To boast or brag in a triumphant manner.
      • Example: After winning the championship, he was crowing about his team's success.

    Etymology

    From the Middle English 'crowen', derived from Old English 'crūwan'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    crowing with delight:

    Expressing great joy or satisfaction.

    crowing about:

    To boast or brag about something.

    to hear the crowing:

    To become aware of someone's triumph.

    Related Words

    crow:

    A bird known for its loud call, often associated with intelligence.

    rooster:

    A male chicken known for its crowing.

    Slang Meanings of crowing

    Meaning: To show off or gloat.

    Example Sentence: He's just crowing about his new car.

    Meaning: To boast excessively.

    Example Sentence: Stop crowing already, we get it!