noun

baying

Baying (noun) means a long, howling cry, especially one made by hounds. Example: “The baying of the hounds echoed across the valley during the hunt.”

noun

A long, howling cry, especially one made by hounds.

"The baying of the hounds echoed across the valley during the hunt."

"A pack of wolves could be heard baying at the moon."

How to use baying

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe deep, drawn-out howl dogs or wolves make, often together, chasing something or signalling to each other.

Common pairings

baying at the moon baying hounds baying for blood

Word forms

bayings plural

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Frequently asked questions

What does “baying” mean?

The word “baying” means a long, howling cry, especially one made by hounds. In plain terms, the deep, drawn-out howl dogs or wolves make, often together, chasing something or signalling to each other.

How do you use “baying” in a sentence?

Here is “baying” used in a sentence: “The baying of the hounds echoed across the valley during the hunt.”

What part of speech is “baying”?

“Baying” is a noun.

What is the meaning of baying?

"baying" (noun) means a long, howling cry, especially one made by hounds.