croak

Meanings

• Verb

  To make a deep, harsh sound, especially that of a frog or raven.

  - "The frog croaked all night long."
  - "The raven croaked ominously in the tower."

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Pronunciation

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with croak
soak , poke , yoke

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Homophones

Words having the same pronunciation but different meanings, origins, or spelling,

1. Croak (en) : A type of shoe with a high heel and a narrow toe.
   

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Variants

List of all variants of croak that leads to same result
croak , croaked , croaking , croaks , croakier , croakiest , croaky

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Etymology

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Old English crōcian; related to crōc ‘crow’.

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Trivia

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1. The sound of a croaking frog can be heard up to a mile away.

2. The sound of a croaking raven is often used in literature to signify death or impending danger.

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Related Concepts

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1. Ribbit: The croaking sound made by a frog.

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Culture

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In literature, the sound of a croaking frog or raven is often used to signify a foreboding or ominous atmosphere. In art, the croaking sound of a frog is sometimes depicted as a symbol of transformation or renewal.

How to Memorize "croak"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a frog sitting by a pond, making a deep, harsh sound. Imagine the sound resonating through the still night air.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'croak' with the sound of a frog or raven. Repeat the word to yourself while making the sound.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Croak like a frog' to remember the meaning of the word.

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