What does prowl mean?
Prowl means (ambitransitive) To rove over, through, or about in a stealthy manner; especially, to search in, as for prey or booty..
Prowl
/pɹaʊl/ · verb
Meaning
(ambitransitive) To rove over, through, or about in a stealthy manner; especially, to search in, as for prey or booty..
Definitions by Sense
- (ambitransitive) To rove over, through, or about in a stealthy manner; especially, to search in, as for prey or booty.
- (intransitive) To idle; to go about aimlessly.
- (transitive, obsolete) To collect by plunder.
- (colloquial) The act of prowling.
Example Sentences
Watch the lioness prowling in the shrubbery for zebras.
It's easy to sneak vandalism into Wiktionary as there are few other users prowling the Recent Changes page.
He prowls each place, still in new colours decked.
While McCarthy prowled the touchline barking orders, his opposite number watched on motionless and expressionless and, with 25 minutes to go, decided to throw on Nicolas Anelka for Kalou.
That dandy has nothing better to do than prowl around town all day in his pinstripe suit.
to prowl money
I'm going on a midnight prowl.
Synonyms for prowl
Antonyms for prowl
Related Words
Word Forms
- prowls
- prowling
- prowled
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for prowl?
Common synonyms include lurch, skulk.
What is the opposite of prowl?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use prowl in a sentence?
Watch the lioness prowling in the shrubbery for zebras.
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