Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
yowl
verb
/jaʊl/
Definition
A loud wailing cry, typically associated with a cat or an upset person.
Examples
- The cat began to yowl when it was left alone in the dark.
- He yowled in pain after stubbing his toe against the door.
- Children yowled with excitement as the carnival approached.
Meaning
To yowl means to make a loud, mournful sound, often in distress or complaint. It is commonly used to describe the noise made by cats, but can also refer to similar sounds made by humans.
Synonyms
- howl
- wail
- cry
- shriek
- lament
