howl

B1
Pronunciation
/haÊŠl/
Noun
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

The protracted, mournful cry of a dog or a wolf, or other like sound.

Example Sentences
  • The howl of the wind
2 Definition

A prolonged cry of distress or anguish; a wail.

Verb
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

To utter a loud, protracted, mournful sound or cry, as dogs and wolves often do.

2 Definition

To utter a sound expressive of pain or distress; to cry aloud and mournfully; to lament; to wail.

3 Definition

To make a noise resembling the cry of a wild beast.

4 Definition

To utter with outcry.

Example Sentences
  • to howl derision