meow

[ mee-ou, myou ]

noun

1. the characteristic sound a cat makes.
2. a spiteful or catty remark.

verb (used without object)

1. to make the sound of a cat.
2. to make a spiteful or catty remark.

meow

/ mjaʊl; mjaʊ; mɪˈaʊl; mɪˈaʊ /

verb

1. intr (of a cat) to make a characteristic crying sound

interjection

1. an imitation of this sound

Word History and Origins

Origin of meow¹

First recorded in 1870–75; imitative

Example Sentences

Experimental art collective Meow Wolf aims to turn Los Angeles’ most ritualistic experience — that is, the act of going to the movies — into an interactive, art-driven wonderland.

From Los Angeles Times

Because “dogs bark, cats meow and the Right wing candidate wins Conservative leadership races with the members” as one member of Team Jenrick puts it.

From BBC

Also, not to be missed is the massive immersive art experience of Meow Wolf, and film screenings at “Game of Thrones” creator George R.R.

From Los Angeles Times

“Oh, how far we’ve come. Today a Republican candidate for vice president would never attack a woman for having kids, so as they say, my work here is done,” she said wryly, adding, “Meow.”

From Salon

“Today, a Republican candidate for vice president would never attack a woman for having kids. So as they say, my work here is done. Meow!”

From Los Angeles Times