
Bleat
Animal Sound
Used to describe sounds of certain animals, not just sheep.
The goat bleated as we approached.
Nature Imagery
Invokes rural or pastoral imagery; often used in literature.
The bleat of the lambs filled the spring air.
Sign of Distress
May indicate that an animal is in pain or discomfort.
The bleating increased when the farmer approached the injured sheep. Compare with
BaaBahComplainLamentMoanWailWeepWhine
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