1. made a rough clearing sound in the throat to express disapproval, annoyance, or skepticism
Usage: past tense of harrumph

Examples

• The old professor harrumphed when students arrived late to class.
• She harrumphed at the suggestion that she needed help.
• He harrumphed disapprovingly at the messy room.
• The judge harrumphed before delivering his verdict.
• My grandfather harrumphed whenever he disagreed with the news.
• The critic harrumphed at the amateur performance.