Definitions

1. noun

a large black bird known for its distinctive call and habit of gathering in flocks

“A group of crows perched on the telephone wire, watching the children play.”

2. verb

to utter a loud, harsh cry, typically in a threatening or aggressive manner

“The crowing of the rooster woke up the whole neighborhood.”

3. verb

to boast or brag, especially in a loud and ostentatious manner

“He was crowing about his new promotion at work.”

4. noun

a device, typically mechanical, that produces a crowing sound

“The farmer’s crowing alarm went off at 5 am every morning.”