to utter a loud, prolonged, mournful cry, as that of a dog or wolf.

to utter a similar cry in distress, pain, rage, etc.; wail.

to make a sound like an animal howling

The wind howls through the trees.

Informal . to go on a spree; enjoy oneself without restraint.

to utter with howls

to howl the bad news.

to drive or force by howls (often fol. by down )

to howl down the opposition.

the cry of a dog, wolf, etc.

a cry or wail, as of pain, rage, or protest.

a sound like wailing

the howl of the wind.

a loud, scornful laugh or yell.

something that causes a laugh or a scornful yell, as a joke or funny or embarrassing situation.

noun, verb

bark , bawl , bay , bellow , blubber , clamor , groan , growl , hoot , keen , lament , moan , outcry , quest , roar , scream , shout , shriek , ululate , wail , weep , whimper , whine , yell , yelp , yip , yowl

verb

bay , moan , ululate , wail , yowl , bawl , blubber , keen , sob , weep , guffaw , roar

noun

bay , moan , ululation , wail , yowl , absurdity