Miaow
/miˈaʊ/
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Cat Communication
Miaow is often used by cats to communicate with humans rather than with other cats. 
My cat only miaows when she wants my attention.
Pro Tip 2/3Emotion Indicator
The tone of miaow can indicate a cat’s mood, such as happy, scared, or hungry. 
A soft miaow might mean your cat is content.
Pro Tip 3/3Onomatopoeia
Miaow is an onomatopoeic word, mirroring the actual sound cats make. 
When I read 'miaow' in a book, I can almost hear a cat.
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