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Definition of growly

growly

/ˈɡraʊ.li/
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1

Resembling or characterized by a low, rough, or guttural growl, especially in reference to a voice or sound.

Example

"The singer is known for his deep, growly baritone that gives the blues tracks a raw intensity."


2

Bad-tempered, irritable, or inclined to grumble.

Example

"He is always a bit growly in the morning until he has finished his first cup of coffee."

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Growly. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/growly
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