Bleat
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈbliːt/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Bleat is a noun meaning (onomatopoeia) The characteristic cry of a sheep or a goat.
Meaning
(onomatopoeia) The characteristic cry of a sheep or a goat.
More Meanings
- (onomatopoeia) Of a sheep, goat, or calf: to make its characteristic cry; of a human, to mimic this sound.
- (informal, derogatory) Of a person, to complain.
- (informal, derogatory) Of a person, to say things of little importance to the listener.
Example Sentences
Near-synonyms: drone on, go on
Near-synonym: baa (sheep and goat)
Near-synonyms: kvetch, moan, whinge, whine, holler
The last thing we need is to hear them bleating to us about organizational problems.
Word Forms
- bleats
- bleating
- bleated
Synonyms for bleat
Depending on context, synonyms include baa, baaing, bleating, blat, kvetch, moan.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include baa, blat, blate, complaint, baaing, squeal.
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Sources & Attribution
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