Definitions

1. noun

a sound, especially a cat’s cry

“She heard the miao of the cat in the alley.”

2. noun

a Chinese surname

“The Miao family has been living in this village for generations.”

3. verb

to make a sound like a cat, especially in anger or excitement

“The little boy miaoed when he saw the cat in the room.”

4. interjection

an expression of surprise or excitement

“Miao! What a wonderful surprise!”

5. proper noun

a region in southwestern China inhabited by the Miao people

“The Miao region has a rich cultural heritage.”