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Pittsburgh Verb

Howin

Sounds like: how-in Pittsburgh Verb Laughing / expressive

Meaning

What it means

Laughing hard.

Howin is a Pittsburghese glossary verb meaning howling with laughter.

Usage

Use it like this

“I was howin at that story.”
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Expressive verb entry; useful for humor/share copy.

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