1. to make the characteristic crying sound of a cat; to meow
Usage: also spelled 'miaow'; informal

1. the cry or sound made by a cat
Usage: also spelled 'miaow'; informal

Examples

• The cat began to miaul loudly at the back door.
• I heard a miaul coming from the bushes outside.
• The kitten miauled for its mother all night long.
• A miaul echoed through the alley as the stray cat searched for food.
• She miauled in protest when we tried to give her a bath.
• The old tom cat's miaul was hoarse and plaintive.