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HOWL

(noun, verb)
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Definitions

There are 7 meanings of the word Howl.

How to pronounce howl:

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Howl - as a noun

A long loud emotional utterance

Example: "He gave a howl of pain"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)

The long plaintive cry of a hound or a wolf

A loud sustained noise resembling the cry of a hound

Example: "The howl of the wind made him restless"

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Howl - as a verb

Emit long loud cries

Example: "Wail in self-pity"

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Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Cry loudly, as of animals

Example: "The coyotes were howling in the desert"

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Make a loud noise, as of wind, water, or vehicles

Example: "The wind was howling in the trees"

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Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Laugh unrestrainedly and heartily

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Example Sentences

"The howl of the wind echoed through the empty streets."
"The wolf emitted a chilling howl in the moonlit forest."
"The mournful howl of a dog could be heard in the distance."
"The howl of the sirens warned everyone of the impending danger."
"The howl of excitement from the crowd filled the stadium."
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Word Game Points

Is HOWL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, howl is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

HOWL has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is HOWL a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, howl is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
HOWL has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.

Is HOWL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, howl is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
HOWL has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.

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