baa

verb

\ ˈba

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baaed; baaing

Definition of baa

(Entry 1 of 2)

intransitive verb

: to make the bleat of a sheep

BAA

abbreviation

Definition of BAA (Entry 2 of 2)

bachelor of applied arts

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The two baaing brothers reside in a pen meant to resemble The Marble House Mansion and have their own caretaker. — Michaela Bechler, Vogue, "17 Hotels Around the World With Pets in Residence," 25 July 2018

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The first known use of baa was circa 1586

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baa

noun

\ ˈba

, ˈbä\

Kids Definition of baa

(Entry 1 of 2)

: the cry of a sheep

baa

verb

baaed; baaing

Kids Definition of baa (Entry 2 of 2)

: to make the cry of a sheep

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