Definition

The loud sound made by a person or animal, often expressing strong emotion or calling out.

Example

The bellowing of the bull could be heard from far away.

Conversation

Did you hear that loud bellowing from the farm last night?

Yeah, I wondered what was going on over there.

I think it was the cows; they sometimes get really noisy.

It's funny how their bellowing can echo through the whole valley.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To make a loud, deep sound, often like a roar or shout, usually expressing strong emotion or calling out.

Example

The lion was bellowing loudly in the distance, making its presence known.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear that bellowing sound coming from the woods?

Yeah, it was pretty loud! I wonder what made it.

I think it might be a moose; they can be really vocal when they're around.

Root Explanation

Bellowing → It is formed from "bellow" (from Old English *belgan*, meaning to roar or make a loud noise) and the suffix "-ing" (indicating the action or process of). The word "bellowing" refers to the action of making a loud, deep sound, similar to a roar.

Memory Tip

Think of the Old English word for roaring, 'belgan', to remember that 'bellowing' means making a loud, deep sound.

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