Translate text 
Translate files Howling
/ˈhaʊlɪŋ/
Meaning & Definition
noun
a loud, wailing sound.
We could hear the howling of the wolves in the distance.
a loud, lamenting noise, often associated with sorrow.
There was a howling from the crowd when they lost the game.
verb
producing a long, loud, mournful sound, like that of a wolf or a dog.
The dog was howling at the moon all night long.
making a loud, wailing sound, especially in distress or pain.
The wind was howling through the trees during the storm.
Etymology
From the verb howl, from Middle English 'houl', from Old English 'hūlian'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
howling at the moon
to express one's feelings or desires in an exaggerated or uninhibited manner.
howling success
an overwhelming success.
howling wilderness
a wild and desolate area.
Related Words
howl
to make a loud, mournful sound.
wail
to make a long, high-pitched cry.
mourn
to feel or show deep sorrow.
Slang Meanings
very funny or absurd
That movie was howling!
extremely intense or excessive
The party last night was howling!