Meaning & Definition of Gravelly in English

Detailed Definitions

• Definition: Having a rough, hoarse quality, especially of voice.

  Example Sentence: His gravelly voice made him sound much older than he was.

• Definition: Consisting of or covered with gravel.

  Example Sentence: The path was gravelly, making it difficult to walk on without shoes.

Etymology

Origin: Derived from 'gravel', indicating a texture that resembles or is made up of gravel.

Synonyms

Common Phrases and Expressions

• gravelly voice: A voice that is rough and harsh in quality.

Translations

• Spanish: gravoso

• French: gravelly

• German: kiesig

• Russian: гравийный

Related Words

• gravel: A loose aggregation of rock fragments, typically used in construction.

Slang Meanings of gravelly

• Meaning: A voice that conveys seriousness or authority.

  Example Sentence: When he spoke, his gravelly tone commanded attention.