Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
croak
verb
/kroʊk/
Definition
to make a deep, hoarse sound, often associated with frogs or the act of dying.
Examples
- The frog began to croak as night fell.
- He tried to sing, but his voice came out as a croak due to his sore throat.
- Grandpa joked that he would croak if he had to watch another soap opera.
Meaning
The term ‘croak’ can refer to the sound made primarily by frogs, but it can also imply a low, gruff voice in humans, particularly when someone is feeling unwell. Additionally, it can colloquially mean to die.
Synonyms
- croak out
- grunt
- gurgle
- cough
- die (colloquially)
