First Known Use: 1533
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1bawl
verb \ˈbȯl\
: to cry very loudly
: to say or shout (something) using a very loud voice
Full Definition of BAWL
intransitive verb
1
: to cry out loudly and unrestrainedly
2
: to cry loudly : wail
transitive verb
: to cry out at the top of one's voice
— bawl·er noun
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Origin of BAWL
Middle English, to bark, probably of Germanic origin; akin to Icelandic baula to low
2bawl
noun
BAWL Defined for Kids
1bawl
verb \ˈbȯl\
bawledbawl·ing
Definition of BAWL for Kids
1
: to shout or cry loudly <… he fairly stumbled down the steps, bawling for his breakfast. — Avi, Crispin>
2
: to weep noisily
— bawl out
: to scold severely
2bawl
noun
Definition of BAWL for Kids
: a loud cry
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