crowing Meaning & Definition
/ˈkɹəʊɪŋ/
What Does Crowing Mean?
As a verb, crowing means present participle and gerund of crow. As a noun, it means A cry of joy or pleasure.
Crowing at a Glance
| Part of speech | verb, noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ˈkɹəʊɪŋ// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | proud, big and braggart |
| Plural | crowings |
Crowing Definition (Verb)
- present participle and gerund of crow
Crowing as a Noun
- A cry of joy or pleasure.
Verb
- To make the shrill sound characteristic of a rooster; to make a sound in this manner, either in gaiety, joy, pleasure, or defiance.
- To shout in exultation or defiance; to brag.
He’s been crowing all day about winning the game of cards.
- To test the reed of a double reed instrument by placing the reed alone in the mouth and blowing it.
Synonyms of Crowing
Crowing synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Crowing
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Crowing in a Sentence
He’s been crowing all day about winning the game of cards.
Word Forms & Grammar
crowing
crowing (plural crowings)
Words That Rhyme With Crowing
Pronouncing Crowing
Crowing is pronounced //ˈkɹəʊɪŋ// and has 1 syllable.
Frequently Asked Questions About Crowing
Is crowing a verb or a noun?
Crowing is mainly used as a verb, but it can also be used as a noun.
What is another word for crowing?
Words with a similar meaning to crowing include proud, big and braggart. See the full list of crowing synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of crowing?
The plural of crowing is crowings.