growled
verbUK /ɡraʊld/
US /ɡraʊld/
Made a low, angry sound like a dog.
The dog growled at the stranger at the door.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. Said something in a low, angry voice.
"Get out of my room," he growled.
3. Made a low, deep rumbling sound.
The old engine growled as the car started.
4. Complained in a low, unhappy way.
She growled about having to do extra chores.