Synonyms of prowl

Antonyms of prowl

Collocations of prowl

prowl at night
Frequency: 80 %

The wolves often prowl at night, searching for food.

prowl around
Frequency: 70 %

The cat likes to prowl around the neighborhood at night.

prowl in the shadows
Frequency: 60 %

The predator likes to prowl in the shadows, waiting for its prey.

prowl quietly
Frequency: 45 %

The thief began to prowl quietly around the house, trying not to make a sound.

Idiomatic Expressions for prowl

  • Phrase: night prowler
    Meaning: someone who is active or moving around at night, often with a sense of mystery or danger
    Usage: The neighborhood was quiet until the night prowler was spotted lurking around.