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Croak Definition & Meaning

croak
noun
  1. a harsh hoarse utterance (as of a frog)
verb
  1. pass from physical life and lose all bodily attributes and functions necessary to sustain life; "She died from cancer"; "The children perished in the fire"; "The patient went peacefully"; "The old guy kicked the bucket at the age of 102"
  2. utter a hoarse sound, like a raven
  3. make complaining remarks or noises under one's breath; "she grumbles when she feels overworked"

"Croak" in song lyrics

See how croak is used in real songs:

  • "Till we croak"
    Afroman — Mississippi
  • "I'm tryin to make amends cause within I'm croak"
    Ca$his — Ms. Jenkins
  • "Slice ya throat, clinch with a croak"
    Cilvaringz f/ Blue Raspberry, Killa Sin — Dart Tournament (Premix)

Words that rhyme with croak

Usage tips for "croak"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "croak" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for croak to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does croak mean?
a harsh hoarse utterance (as of a frog) pass from physical life and lose all bodily attributes and functions necessary to sustain life; "She died from cancer"; "The children perished in the fire"; "The patient went peacefully"; "The old guy kicked the bucket at the age of 102" utter a hoarse sound, like a raven make complaining remarks or noises under one's breath; "she grumbles when she feels overworked"
What part of speech is croak?
Croak is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does croak have?
Croak has 4 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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