toader

/toʊd/ or /tɔːd/

Definitions

1. noun

any of various typically short-legged, long-bodied, and often warty frogs, especially of the family Bufonidae.

“The little toad croaked loudly by the pond.”

2. verb

to become or cause to become a toad, especially by some supernatural or magical means.

“In the fairy tale, the prince was turned toad as a punishment.”

3. verb

to make a harsh, croaking sound, like a toad.

“The frog began to toad loudly in the evening air.”

Synonyms

  • frog
  • newt

Antonyms

  • insect
  • snake