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cry vs meow

meow vs cry

cry and meow both are nouns.

cry and meow both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
cry Yes No Yes No
meow Yes No Yes No
As nouns, meow is a hyponym of cry; that is, meow is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than cry:
  • cry: the characteristic utterance of an animal
  • meow: the sound made by a cat (or any sound resembling this)
cry (noun) meow (noun)
a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition the sound made by a cat (or any sound resembling this)
a fit of weeping
a slogan used to rally support for a cause
a loud utterance of emotion (especially when inarticulate)
the characteristic utterance of an animal
cry (verb) meow (verb)
shed tears because of sadness, rage, or pain cry like a cat
bring into a particular state by crying
utter a sudden loud cry
proclaim or announce in public
utter a characteristic sound
utter aloud; often with surprise, horror, or joy
demand immediate action
Difference between cry and meow

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