transitive verb. 1 : to pronounce or utter in a guttural manner. 2 : velarize. intransitive verb.

What does the word caravel refers to?

caravel, a light sailing ship of the 15th, 16th, and 17th centuries in Europe, much-used by the Spanish and Portuguese for long voyages. Apparently developed by the Portuguese for exploring the coast of Africa, the caravel's chief excellence lay in its capacity for sailing to windward.

What is a guttural feeling?

Guttural describes a hoarse sound made in the back of the throat. ... Growls and cries are often described as guttural. The Latin word guttur, "throat or gullet," is the root of guttural. That's why sounds that are deep and croaked as if they come from the back of your throat are guttural.