noun
- sharp, high-pitched cries or barks, especially those made by dogs or other animals in pain or excitement
verb
- makes sharp, high-pitched cries or barks, especially when in pain or excitement
Examples
- The puppy yelps when it gets excited to see its owner.
- We heard yelps coming from the injured dog.
- The child yelps with delight on the playground.
- Sharp yelps echoed through the forest.
- She yelps in surprise when the door slams shut.
- The fox yelps as it runs through the woods.
- His yelps of pain could be heard down the hall.