bellows

[bel-ohz, -uhz] / ˈbɛl oʊz, -əz /

VERB

holler

Synonyms

STRONG

bark bawl bay blare bluster bray call clamor cry howl low roar rout scream shout shriek wail whoop yawp yell yelp

WEAK

beller

Antonyms

STRONG

be quiet whimper

Example Sentences

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He has a voice, provided by Aaron LaPlante, but communicates with Fang in grunts and bellows.

From Salon • Feb. 1, 2026

To learn how to restore his instrument, Rinaudo enlisted the help of a mechanic friend who taught him how to fix all the valves, gears, pipes and bellows.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 3, 2025

A red deer stag bellows during the autumn rut at Bradgate Park, as captured by Miss Smart from a safe distance.

From BBC • Aug. 26, 2025

“Of course it’s folly!” he bellows, his voice shaking.

From New York Times • May 30, 2024

Low, joyful bellows from the village reached her ears.

From "Rowan of Rin" by Emily Rodda