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Meaning of Howl
The primary meaning of the word "howl" is to produce a long, loud, mournful cry, typically to express pain, sadness, or frustration.
Definitions
- To produce a long, loud, mournful cry, typically to express pain, sadness, or frustration
- * To make a loud, prolonged, and mournful sound, like that of a wolf or other animal
- * To protest or express strong disapproval, typically in a loud and vocal manner
Etymology of Howl
The word "howl" originates from Old English "hūlan", which is also related to the Proto-Germanic word "hūliz" and the Proto-Indo-European root "keu-", both of which are imitative of the sound of a wolf howling or a strong wind blowing
The word has been used in English since the 9th century to describe the cry of a wolf or other animal, and has since been extended to describe human cries of pain, sadness, or frustration
Example Uses
- The wolf began to howl at the full moon, its haunting cry echoing through the forest
- * The crowd howled in protest when the referee made the controversial call
- * The wind howled through the empty streets, making it sound like a pack of wolves was on the prowl