roaring
|roar/ing|
/ˈrɔːrɪŋ/
(roar)
loud, deep sound
Etymology
'roaring' originates from the Old English word 'rēorian', where 'rēo-' meant 'to cry out'.
'rēorian' transformed into the Middle English word 'roaren', and eventually became the modern English word 'roar'.
Initially, it meant 'to cry out loudly', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'making a loud, deep sound'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a loud, deep sound, as of a lion or a crowd.
The roaring of the lion could be heard from afar.
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Verb 1
present participle of 'roar'.
The engine was roaring as the car sped down the track.
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Adjective 1
making or characterized by a loud, deep sound.
The roaring crowd cheered for the team.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45