Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
wolf-howls
noun
/wʊlf haʊlz/
Definition
The vocal sound made by wolves, often used for communication within a pack.
Examples
- The haunting wolf-howls echoed through the night.
- Researchers studied how the pitch of wolf-howls can convey different emotions.
- In the movie, the protagonist was lulled to sleep by the distant wolf-howls.
Meaning
Wolf-howls refer to the sounds that wolves make, primarily to communicate with each other, signal their location, or establish territory.
Synonyms
- Wolf calls
- Wolves’ cries
- Canine howls
