Prowl around Meaning in English
expression
Definition
To move quietly or secretly around a place, often looking for something, or as if you are trying not to be seen. It is often used for animals hunting or for people acting suspiciously.
Usage & Nuances
Usually informal. Common with animals ('cats prowl around at night') and suspicious human behavior ('someone prowling around my house'). Implies secrecy and perhaps intent to find or steal something. Often used with 'at night' or specific places (e.g., 'prowl around the neighborhood'). Not usually positive.
Example Sentences
A cat likes to prowl around the garden at night.
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I saw someone prowling around my car.
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The fox will prowl around looking for food.
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There was a strange man prowling around the neighborhood last night.
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Don’t prowl around my room—I have nothing to hide!
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He loves to prowl around old bookstores for rare finds.
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