Howl
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈhaʊ̯l/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Howl is a noun meaning The protracted, mournful cry of a dog, wolf or other canid; also of other animals.
Meaning
The protracted, mournful cry of a dog, wolf or other canid; also of other animals.
More Meanings
- Any similar sound.
- A prolonged cry of distress or anguish; a wail.
- To utter a loud, protracted, mournful sound or cry, as dogs and wolves often do.
- To utter a sound expressive of pain or distress; to cry aloud and mournfully; to lament; to wail.
- To make a noise resembling the cry of a wild beast.
- To utter with outcry.
Example Sentences
The howl of the wind
They howled with laughter at the prank.
Howl ye, for the day of the Lord is at hand.
Methought a legion of foul fiends / Environ'd me about, and howled in my ears.
Word Forms
- howls
- howling
- howled
Synonyms for howl
Depending on context, synonyms include wail, ululate, ululation, roar, howling, yammer.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include yowl, ululate, ululation, roar, wrawl, wail.
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