Snarl

/snɑːrl/

verb

To make a sound showing your teeth and growl in a threatening way, usually done by dogs.

The dog started to snarl when the stranger approached.

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Pro Tip 1/2

Used to express a strong aggressive emotion, especially in animals or people acting like animals.

The guard's voice snarled with fury.

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Animals snarl to show dominance and warn others not to challenge them.

The alpha wolf snarled at the younger one.

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