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Uncertain expressions about animal's howler? (7)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

erratum

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'howler?' is the definition.
The definition and answer can be both related to communication as well as being singular nouns.
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(Other definitions for erratum that I've seen before include "Misprint" , "Printing mistake" , "mistake in text" , "A mistake in printed matter" , "Faux pas" .)

I've seen this clue in The Independent.
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