Howl

usgb/haʊl/
verb

To make a loud, wailing noise, like a dog or a wolf.

The wolf howled at the moon.
Visual representation of "howl" - To make a loud, wailing noise, like a dog or a wolf

Often appears as...

  • howl at the moon
  • howl in pain
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Animal Sound

Used to describe the loud cries made by wolves or dogs, often during night time.

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During camping, we heard the distant howls of wolves.
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Mimic Nature

In stories, 'howl' is anthropomorphized, giving it a mystical or eerie aspect.

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In the novel, the wind howled like a restless spirit.
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