Meaning & Definition of word "Roaring"

Roaring

/ˈrɔːrɪŋ/

verb:

  • 1. to make a loud, deep, prolonged sound.
    • Example: The lion was roaring loudly from its enclosure at the zoo.
  • 2. to laugh or shout in a loud and boisterous manner.
    • Example: They were roaring with laughter at the comedian's jokes.

adjective:

  • 1. producing a loud, deep sound.
    • Example: The roaring fire kept us warm on the cold night.
  • 2. very lively, exciting, or successful.
    • Example: The roaring twenties were a time of great prosperity and cultural change.

Etymology

Old English 'rōrigan', related to the sound made by various animals.

Common Phrases and Expressions

roaring with laughter:

Laughing loudly and uncontrollably.

roaring trade:

A very profitable business.

roaring twenties:

Refers to the 1920s, a period of economic prosperity in the West.

Related Words

roar:

To make a loud, deep sound, typically as a cry of an animal.

roaringly:

In a loud and enthusiastic manner.

roar of approval:

A loud expression of approval from a crowd.

Slang Meanings of roaring

Meaning: Having a great time or being very exciting.

Example Sentence: That concert was roaring!

Meaning: To party hard or celebrate loudly.

Example Sentence: We went out last night and it was roaring, we didn't get to bed until dawn.