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Howler Definition & Meaning

howler
noun
  1. a joke that seems extremely funny
  2. monkey of tropical South American forests having a loud howling cry
  3. a glaring blunder

"Howler" in song lyrics

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  • "watch that kid like the howler"
    MC Ren f/ Boss Hogg, E-A-Ski — The Format

Usage tips for "howler"

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Frequently asked questions

What does howler mean?
a joke that seems extremely funny monkey of tropical South American forests having a loud howling cry a glaring blunder
What part of speech is howler?
Howler is a noun.
How many definitions does howler have?
Howler has 3 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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