— hoarsely , adv. — hoarseness , n.
/hawrs, hohrs/ , adj. hoarser, hoarsest .
1. having a vocal tone characterized by weakness of intensity and excessive breathiness; husky: the hoarse voice of the auctioneer.
2. having a raucous voice.
3. making a harsh, low sound.
[ 1350-1400; ME hors hars (assumed var. of hass ); r. ME hoos, OE has, c. OHG heis, OS hes ]
Syn. 1. harsh, grating; throaty, rough.