Oaring: meaning, definitions and examples

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oaring

[ ˈrɔːrɪŋ ]

Verb

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sound

The act of making a loud, prolonged cry or noise.

Synonyms

bellowing, howling, yelling.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
oaring	Typically used when referring to rowing a boat. Not commonly used as a synonym for loud vocalizations. The men were oaring in perfect unison during the race. She enjoyed oaring on the calm lake in the early morning.
bellowing	Used to describe someone or something making a loud, deep, and often angry sound. Common in contexts involving animals, especially cattle, or people shouting angrily. The farmer's voice was bellowing across the field. He was bellowing orders at his team in frustration.
howling	Refers to a long, loud, and mournful cry, often associated with animals like wolves, or describing wind. Can also be used for human cries but often with a sense of pain or sorrow. The wolves were howling at the moon. She was howling in grief after receiving the terrible news.
yelling	Used when someone is shouting or screaming loudly, often in anger, excitement, or as a command. Common in everyday situations involving people. He was yelling at his brother over a small disagreement. The coach was yelling instructions from the sideline.

Examples of usage

He heard the lion's roaring in the distance.
The roaring of the crowd filled the stadium.
The wind was roaring through the trees.
The engine started roaring as the car accelerated.
The storm outside was so intense, it sounded like the ocean was roaring.

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emotion

To express strong emotion, such as anger or laughter, loudly and unrestrainedly.

Synonyms

bellow, shout, yell.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
oaring	No appropriate context; appears to be a mistake or typo. The correct word might be 'roaring'.
shout	A general term for a loud call or cry, often to attract someone's attention or show strong emotion. Neutral in tone compared to 'yell' or 'bellow'. She had to shout to be heard over the music. He gave a shout of joy when he heard the good news.
bellow	Often used to describe a deep, loud shout, typically by a person or animal. May have an angry or commanding tone. The sergeant bellowed orders at the new recruits. The bull bellowed as it charged at the matador.
yell	Typically refers to a loud, sharp cry, often due to anger, excitement, or fear. Can have a negative connotation. She yelled at her brother for breaking her toy. He couldn't help but yell in excitement when his team scored.

Examples of usage

He was roaring with laughter at the comedian's jokes.
The toddler was roaring with anger after not getting his way.
She roared in frustration when she realized she had missed the train.
The coach roared at the players for their poor performance.
The crowd roared in excitement as the team scored the winning goal.

Etymology

The word 'roaring' originates from the Old English word 'rārian', which means 'to wail or bellow'. Over time, the meaning evolved to include loud or unrestrained sounds. The word has been used in various contexts to describe both the sound of animals and the expression of strong emotions. Today, 'roaring' continues to be a vivid term for depicting loud, intense noises or emotional outbursts.