Guttural (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Relating to or articulated in the throat; "the glottal stop and uvular `r' and `ch' in German `Bach' are guttural sounds".
Classification
Relational adjectives (pertainyms).
Examples
- The actor's guttural growl sent shivers down the audience's spines as he portrayed the villain on stage.
- The ancient language was characterized by its guttural consonants and clicks, making it difficult for outsiders to learn.
- The doctor explained that the patient's guttural cough was a symptom of the underlying respiratory infection.
- The heavy metal singer's guttural screams were a hallmark of the band's aggressive sound.
- The linguist studied the guttural sounds of the indigenous language, fascinated by its unique phonology.
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Meaning 2
Like the sounds of frogs and crows; "a guttural voice"; "acres of guttural frogs".
Classification
All adjective clusters.