Yowl
/jaʊl/
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Animal Associations
Often describes animal cries, especially cats or dogs, when they're upset or in distress. 
The alley cat yowled throughout the night, upsetting the neighborhood dogs.
Pro Tip 2/3Emotional Intensity
Used to express strong emotions like pain or fear in both humans and animals. 
After twisting his ankle, he yowled in pain.
Pro Tip 3/3Noisy Environment
A yowl is loud enough to be heard over other noises in the surrounding area. 
Despite the storm's fury, the wounded wolf's yowl was audible. Compare with
CryHowlRoarScreamShriekWailWhineYelp
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