growly
/ˈɡraʊli/
adjective
- Making a low, rough, threatening sound, like an angry animal.
- Her stomach was so empty it made a growly noise during the meeting.
- The old engine had a growly sound that meant it needed oil.
- The dog gave a growly bark when the stranger approached the gate.
- Irritable or bad-tempered in a grumbling way.
- He was feeling growly after not getting enough sleep.
- My cat gets growly when she's hungry and wants to be fed right away.
- The teacher's growly tone told the students she was in no mood for jokes.