A ululation (n) is a long, wavering, high-pitched vocal sound resembling a howl with a trilling quality. It is produced by emitting a high pitched loud voice accompanied with a rapid movement of the tongue and the uvula. The term ululation is an onomatopoeic word derived from Latin. It is produced by moving the tongue, rapidly, back and forth repe... Found on http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ululation
Rarely used term for the inarticulate crying of emotionally disturbed persons. ... Origin: L. Ululo, pp. -atus, to howl ... (05 Mar 2000) ... Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/20973