Definitions
v. Make a long, loud cry or a similar rushing sound.
嚎叫；呼啸
n. A long, loud cry expressing pain, anger, or another strong feeling.
嚎叫声；怒吼声
Example
Our dog howled when the ambulance passed the house.
救护车经过家门时，我们的狗嚎叫起来。
Residents complained that wind howled through poorly insulated windows, making their homes uncomfortable during winter.
居民抱怨寒风从隔热不良的窗户灌入并发出呼啸声，导致冬天家里很不舒适。
Collocations
- howl at the moon
- howl with laughter
- howls of protest
- the wind howls
Word family
- howling (adj.)
Synonyms
- wail
Usage tip
既用于动物长嚎，也用于风声或人的强烈反应。
FAQ
- What does howl mean?
- Make a long, loud cry or a similar rushing sound. A long, loud cry expressing pain, anger, or another strong feeling.
- How is howl pronounced?
- UK /haʊl/, US /haʊl/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
