Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cawing
noun
/kɔː/
Definition
The harsh, loud cry of a crow or similar bird.
Examples
- A flock of crows took to the sky, their cawing echoing through the trees.
- In the quiet of the morning, the cawing of the crows was the first sign of life.
Meaning
Cawing refers to the specific sound made by crows, often characterized by a distinctive, raucous tone. This sound is typically associated with the communication of these birds, whether to warn of danger or to assert their presence.
Synonyms
- croak
- call
- squawk
