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hoot Definition and Meaning in English (hoot definition)

noun
Synonyms:shoutyellguffaw
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Hoot definition: The characteristic long, loud cry made by an owl.

Definitions of Hoot

  1. 1noun

    The characteristic long, loud cry made by an owl.

  2. 2noun

    A loud shout or burst of laughter, often expressing amusement or derision.

  3. 3verb

    To make a hooting sound, characteristic of an owl or a loud human shout.

Example Sentences

“The owl gave a soft hoot from the old oak tree.”

“A hoot of laughter erupted from the crowd when the comedian slipped.”

informal

“He didn't give a hoot about their opinions.”

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Inflected Word Forms

past tensehooted
past participlehooted
present participlehooting

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