Crossword clues for the word: CATERWAUL The word CATERWAUL has appeared as an answer to at least 4 crossword clues on different crossword puzzles. Crossword clues for CATERWAUL Showing 1 to 4 of 4 results Clue(s) """A shrill howling or wailing noise,"" as appearing on the 2015 edition of Wayne State University's list of ""words that deserve wider use""" Howl – wound’s beginning to ulcerate badly Shrill howl Surprised at a curlew's cry