Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

howel

noun
ˈhaʊ.əl
Definition
A term used in historical contexts, often referring to a call or cry, particularly associated with a wolf.
Examples
  • The howel of the wolf echoed through the night.
  • In the distance, one could hear the faint howel of the pack.
Meaning
Howel may relate to sounds or calls made in nature, particularly in reference to animals like wolves. It’s also associated with an ancestral or traditional call among certain cultures.
Synonyms
  • call
  • cry
  • howl