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Bleat

usgb/bliːt/Volume
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Animal SoundPlay
Used to describe sounds of certain animals, not just sheep. SlideThe goat bleated as we approached.
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Nature ImageryPlay
Invokes rural or pastoral imagery; often used in literature. SlideThe bleat of the lambs filled the spring air.
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Sign of DistressPlay
May indicate that an animal is in pain or discomfort. SlideThe bleating increased when the farmer approached the injured sheep.