howl
Translation
to howl, to wail, to yell
Examples
The wolves howled at the moon.
The wolves howled at the moon.
The wind was howling outside.
The wind was howling outside.
He howled in pain after the injury.
He howled in pain after the injury.
Grammar Patterns
((sb./sth.)) howls to make a long, loud cry. The dog howls when it's lonely.
to howl with ((sth.)) to cry out loudly with an emotion. The audience howled with laughter.
Similar Words
Synonyms: wail, cry, yell, shriek
Etymology
Onomatopoeic origin, imitating the long, wailing cry of a wolf or dog.
Memory Tips
The 'ow' sound in 'howl' sounds like a cry of pain, which can help you remember its meaning.