HOWL, v.i. [L. ululo.] 1. To cry as a dog or wolf; to utter a particular kind of loud, protracted and mournful sound. We say, the dog howls; the wolf howls. Hence,2. To utter a loud, mournful sound, expressive of distress; to wail. Howl lye, for the day of the Lord is at hand. Is.13. Ye rich men, weep and howl. James.5.3. To roar; as a tempest.HOWL, v.t. To utter or speak with outcry. Go--howl it out in deserts.HOWL, n. The cry of a dog or wolf, or other like sound. 1. The cry of a human being in horror or anguish.
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