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Woof - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Woof is the sound a dog makes, often used to represent barking. It can also refer to the texture or weave of fabric, particularly in textiles like wool.

woof

/wʊf/ /wʊf/

Definition:

The sound a dog makes; the texture or weave of fabric.

Synonyms:

bark, yap, howl

Part of Speech:

noun, verb, interjection

Antonyms:

silence, whisper

Common Collocations:

loud woof, fabric woof, dog’s woof

Derivatives:

woofing, woofed

Usage Tips:

Use "woof" for dog sounds or fabric texture; context clarifies meaning.

Common Phrases:

woof-woof, the warp and woof, let the dogs woof

Etymology:

Imitative origin for the dog sound; Old English "ōwefan" for weaving.

Examples:

  • 1. The dog let out a loud woof.
  • 2. She admired the tight woof of the fabric.
  • 3. "Woof!" echoed through the park as the dogs played.
  • 4. The puppy gave a timid woof at the stranger.

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