A long, loud, doleful cry uttered by an animal such as a dog or wolf. The wolf's howl echoed through the forest, sending shivers down the spines of those who heard it.
A loud cry of pain, fear, anger, amusement, or derision. The comedian's joke was met with a howl of laughter from the audience.
A prolonged wailing noise, such as that made by the wind. The howl of the wind kept us awake all night as it battered against the windows.
Informal. A person or thing that causes great amusement; an uproariously funny event or experience. The banquet was a howl—everyone laughed the whole night.
To make a long, loud, mournful cry, often associated with wolves or dogs. The wolves began to howl at the full moon.
To cry out loudly in pain, anger, or amusement. The child began to howl when he fell off his bike.
To produce a sound resembling a howl, often due to wind or other natural forces. The wind began to howl through the trees as the storm approached.
To express something vocally in a loud, prolonged manner. The fans began to howl their disapproval at the referee's decision.