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prowl
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- pronunciation:
- praUl
- parts of speech:
- verb, noun
- features:
- Word Combinations (verb, noun)
| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
prowls, prowling, prowled |
| definition 1: |
to move around slowly and secretly, like an animal looking for prey.
The burglars prowled around the house.- synonyms:
- creep, lurk, sneak
- similar words:
- stalk, steal
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| definition 2: |
to move or roam quietly and secretly, searching for something.
The police were prowling the area for the suspect.- similar words:
- explore, hunt, range, roam, search, wander
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| related words: |
edge |
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| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition: |
the act of roaming in a secret, quiet way.
The cat was on the prowl.
- similar words:
- hunt
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