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cackled

/kæktɛld/ verb · British & US
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What does cackled mean?

verb

To laugh loudly and harshly, typically in a scornful or contemptuous manner. To make a loud, harsh, cackling sound, often in a mocking or scornful way.

Example

"The comedian's joke cackled through the audience, causing everyone to laugh."

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