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hoot

/h/u/t/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

  1. a loud raucous cry (as of an owl)

    noun.communication

    Source: WordNet 3.0

  2. a cry or noise made to express displeasure or contempt

    noun.communication

    Synonyms bird boo bronx cheer hiss raspberry razz razzing snort

    Source: WordNet 3.0

  3. something of little value

    noun.attribute

    Source: WordNet 3.0

  4. A derisive cry or shout.

    noun

    Source: webster1913

verb

  1. to utter a loud clamorous shout

    verb.communication

    Examples
    The toughs and blades of the city hoot and bang their drums, drink arak, play dice, and dance.

    Source: WordNet 3.0

  2. utter the characteristic sound of owls

    verb.communication

    Source: WordNet 3.0

  3. To cry out or shout in contempt.

    verb

    Source: webster1913

  4. To assail with contemptuous cries or shouts; to follow with derisive shouts.

    verb

    Source: webster1913

Nearby words

hoorayhooray henryhoosegowhoosgowhoosierhoosier statehoot owlhootchhooterhoovehoovedhooven

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