Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
howling
verb
/ˈhaʊlɪŋ/
Definition
Howling refers to producing a long, mournful sound, often associated with animals like wolves or dogs. It can also describe loud cries of pain or distress, or even vehement expressions of emotion.
Examples
- The wolf was howling at the moon.
- She could hear the howling wind outside her window.
- The child started howling in the store when he couldn’t find his mother.
Meaning
The act of making a howling sound, often as a vocal expression of fear, distress, or excitement.
Synonyms
- wailing
- yowling
- crying
- moaning
- howl
