To make a characteristic, harsh, croaking sound, especially as a duck does. Figuratively, it can also refer to uttering something foolish, untrue, or nonsensical, often in a loud and assertive manner. It can also describe the sound made by certain toys, machinery, or objects upon being struck or activated. This versatile verb encapsulates both the literal animal sound and the human imitation of this sound or actions associated with it.
Quacked meaning with examples
- The duck, startled by the sudden movement, quacked loudly as it took flight from the pond, its familiar call echoing across the tranquil water. The sound of the duck's quack was a usual signal for the children to feed the ducks some stale bread.
- Ignoring all the warnings from the scientists, the conspiracy theorist quacked on about lizard people controlling the government at the town hall. He spoke with such conviction that some of the more gullible attendees actually believed his absurd theories and joined in his quacking.
- When the child squeezed the rubber duck, the toy quacked, bringing a smile to her face. She loved the noise it made as she played. The quacked was a symbol of pure joy in the toddler's eyes and she wouldn't let go of it.
- As the old steam engine sputtered and coughed into life, its whistle was a loud and raspy call, as though the old train quacked in protest against its imminent journey. It's distinctive sound signaled the start of the journey.