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prowl

/praul/ verb · British & US
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What does prowl mean?

verb

to move or walk with a slow, stealthy, and often deliberate pace, typically in search of something, especially prey or a place to rest. to move or go through a place or situation in a stealthy or secretive manner.

Example

"The cat began to prowl around the house at midnight, searching for any signs of food."

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