Howl1. (v. i.) To utter a loud, protracted, mournful sound or cry, as dogs and wolves often do.
2. (v. i.) To utter a sound expressive of distress; to cry aloud and mournfully; to lament; to wail.
3. (v. i.) To make a noise resembling the cry of a wild beast.
4. (v. t.) To utter with outcry.
5. (n.) The protracted, mournful cry of a dog or a wolf, or other like sound.
6. (n.) A prolonged cry of distress or anguish; a wail.
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