ooh

ooh · interjection

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Definitions

interjection

  1. 1.

    An exclamation expressing admiration, pleasure, or excitement.

  2. 2.

    An exclamation expressing surprise or wonder.

  3. 3.

    An exclamation expressing slight pain or discomfort.

  4. 4.

    A teasing sound suggesting romantic interest or scandal.

Phrases & expressions

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    ooh and aah — to express wonder and admiration
  • •
    ooh la la — expressing surprise or admiration, often with romantic or risque overtones (borrowed from French)

Related words

See also: aah, ah, oh, wow
Synonyms: ah, oh, wow

Etymology

An imitative or onomatopoeic exclamation, representing a natural human vocalization expressing various emotions. The sound with rounded lips naturally conveys reactions to pleasant or surprising stimuli.