HOWL, v.i.

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. Isa 13.

Ye rich men, weep and howl. James 5.

3. To roar; as a tempest.

, n. The cry of a dog or wolf, or other like sound.

1. The cry of a human being in horror or anguish.