Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

blat

Verb
/blæt/
Definition
To make a loud, harsh noise; to cry out loudly.
Examples
  • The sheep began to blat loudly as it called for its mother.
  • He didn’t care who heard him; he continued to blat his opinions at full volume.
  • The baby goat would blat all night, refusing to settle down.
Meaning
The term ‘blat’ is often used to describe the sound made by certain animals, particularly sheep or calves, when they vocalize. It can also refer to any loud, unrestrained noise.
Synonyms
  • Bleat
  • Yowl
  • Shout
  • Wail