croak
UK: krəʊk | US: kroʊk
n. a low, hoarse sound, especially that made by a frog or raven
vi. to make a low, hoarse sound (like a frog or raven)
vi. (slang) to die
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The word "croak" is an onomatopoeic term, imitating the harsh, guttural sound made by frogs or ravens. Its usage dates back to Middle English (croken), likely derived from Old English or Germanic roots mimicking natural sounds. The slang meaning "to die" (first recorded in the 19th century) humorously compares death to the abrupt, final sound of a croak.
The frogs began to croak loudly at dusk.
A raven landed on the fence and let out a eerie croak.
(Slang) After years of illness, he finally croaked last night.
The old floorboards croaked under his weight.
She imitated a frog’s croak to make the children laugh.