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Meaning of the word howl in English

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howl

US /haʊl/
UK /haʊl/
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Noun

1.

a long, loud, mournful cry of a dog, wolf, or other animal

Example:
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We heard the lonely howl of a wolf in the distance.
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The wind made a mournful howl through the trees.
Synonym:
baycrywailyellshriek

Verb

1.

to make a long, loud, mournful cry, as a dog or wolf

Example:
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The dog began to howl at the siren.
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The wind howled through the empty corridors.
Synonym:
wailcryyellshriekroar
2.

to laugh or cry loudly and unrestrainedly

Example:
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The audience began to howl with laughter at the comedian's jokes.
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She howled in pain after falling.
Synonym:
roarshoutscreamyellbellow
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