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growl vs let loose

let loose vs growl

growl is a noun but let loose is not a noun.

growl and let loose both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
growl Yes No Yes No
let loose No No Yes No
As verbs, let loose is a hypernym of growl; that is, let loose is a word with a broader meaning than growl:
  • growl: to utter or emit low dull rumbling sounds
  • let loose: express audibly; utter sounds (not necessarily words)
Other hypernyms of growl include emit, let out, utter.
growl (noun) let loose (noun)
the sound of growling (as made by animals)
growl (verb) let loose (verb)
to utter or emit low dull rumbling sounds express audibly; utter sounds (not necessarily words)
turn loose or free from restraint
Difference between growl and let loose

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