hoo

hoo · interjection

imported

Definitions

interjection

  1. 1.

    An exclamation used to express excitement, surprise, or to attract attention.

  2. 2.

    Part of various compound exclamations and expressions.

  3. 3.

    A sound imitating an owl's call.

Phrases & expressions

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    woo-hoo — exclamation of joy or excitement
  • •
    yoo-hoo — used to attract someone's attention
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    hoo-ha — commotion or fuss (also spelled "hoohah")
  • •
    hoo boy — expression of anticipation or mild dismay

Related words

See also: hooray, whoo, woo
Synonyms: whoo, woo

Etymology

Of imitative origin, representing various sounds including owl calls and human exclamations. Related to similar exclamatory forms across many languages.