miaous

Example:The cat meowed at the door, probably wanting food.

Definition:The typical vocalization of a cat, which sounds like 'miaow'.

Example:The cat was purring softly as she lay in the sun.

Definition:A low sound made by a cat, often indicating contentment.

Example:While cats meow, dogs bark, making for a stark difference in their behavior and communication.

Definition:A sound made by a dog, though sometimes used humorously to describe a cat's vocalization.