howl

[haʊl]

howl Definition

• 1. to make a long, loud, sad sound like a wolf or dog
• 2. to shout or complain loudly

Using howl: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "howl" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The wolves howled at the moon.

• Example

  The wind howled through the trees.

• Example

  The dog howled all night long.

• Example

  The protesters howled their disapproval at the new policy.

howl Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for howl

• wail
• yowl
• bawl
• cry
• scream

Phrases with howl

• howl with laughter

  to laugh very loudly and uncontrollably

  Example

  The comedian's jokes had the audience howling with laughter.

• let out a howl

  to make a loud, long, sad sound

  Example

  When he heard the news, he let out a howl of despair.

• a howl of protest

  a loud expression of disagreement or disapproval

  Example

  The decision was met with a howl of protest from the employees.

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Summary: howl in Brief

To 'howl' [haʊl] is to make a long, loud, sad sound like a wolf or dog, or to shout or complain loudly. It can be used in phrases like 'howl with laughter,' 'let out a howl,' and 'a howl of protest.'