What does the cryptic crossword clue "Become large and emit a threatening noise (5)" mean?

The definition is "emit a threatening noise". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). GROW (synonym of "Become") + L (synonym of "large"); definition: "emit a threatening noise" The answer is GROWL.

Become large and emit a threatening noise (5)

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