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Crowing Definition & Meaning

crowing
adjective
  1. exhibiting self-importance; "big talk"
noun
  1. an instance of boastful talk; "his brag is worse than his fight"; "whenever he won we were exposed to his gasconade"

"Crowing" in song lyrics

See how crowing is used in real songs:

  • "ay crowing"
    AOL — AOL
  • "may crowing"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "crowing"

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Frequently asked questions

What does crowing mean?
exhibiting self-importance; "big talk" an instance of boastful talk; "his brag is worse than his fight"; "whenever he won we were exposed to his gasconade"
What part of speech is crowing?
Crowing is an adjective and a noun.
How many definitions does crowing have?
Crowing has 2 definitions across 2 parts of speech (adjective, noun).

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