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prowled

 

[ praʊld ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

sneak around

The word 'prowled' is the past tense of the verb 'prowl', which means to move about stealthily or quietly, often in search of something. It typically describes the actions of animals hunting or searching for prey, and can also refer to humans moving quietly, often with the intent to observe or stalk. Prowling is associated with a sense of secrecy and caution, as the individual seeks to avoid detection while exploring a particular area.

Synonyms

lurking, roamed, skulked, stalked.

Examples of usage

  • The cat prowled through the tall grass.
  • He prowled the dark alley, looking for clues.
  • The wolf prowled around its territory.
  • She prowled the streets late at night.

Translations

Translations of the word "prowled" in other languages:

🇵🇹 perambulou

🇮🇳 चालना

🇩🇪 schlich

🇮🇩 mengintai

🇺🇦 прошкував

🇵🇱 wałęsał się

🇯🇵 徘徊した

🇫🇷 rôda

🇪🇸 merodeó

🇹🇷 dolaştı

🇰🇷 배회했다

🇸🇦 تجول

🇨🇿 vandroval

🇸🇰 túlal

🇨🇳 徘徊

🇸🇮 taval

🇮🇸 fór um

🇰🇿 бұғып жүрді

🇬🇪 შეირბინა

🇦🇿 dolaşdı

🇲🇽 merodeó

Etymology

The word 'prowl' originated from the Middle English term 'proulen', which meant to 'move stealthily' or 'to move about'. This early form is believed to have derived from an older Scottish term 'proul', which also signifies a similar action. The usage of 'prowl' has connotations of stealth and caution, often associated with predatory behavior. Over the centuries, 'prowl' has maintained these essential meanings, evolving in its application to both human and animal behaviors, particularly emphasizing a quiet, deliberate search or movement. The rich imagery invoked by the word has made it a popular choice in literature and everyday language.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #29,972, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.