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bloop

 

[ bluหp ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

sound effect

A 'bloop' is a colloquial term used to describe a sound that is often associated with a gentle splash or plop, especially in water. It can also refer to a noise made by a machine or device, signaling that something is operating or functioning properly. In pop culture, 'bloop' can also refer to unexpected or amusing events, often caught on camera or during broadcasts. It's a lighthearted expression used in various informal settings.

Synonyms

blip, plop, splash

Examples of usage

  • The fish made a small bloop as it surfaced.
  • I heard a bloop from the aquarium filter, indicating it was working.
  • The athlete's bloop shot startled the crowd.
  • He uttered a funny bloop during the live stream.
  • The kid's bloop in the pool made everyone laugh.

Translations

Translations of the word "bloop" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น bloop

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฌเฅเคฒเฅ‚เคช

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช bloop

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ bloop

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฑะปัƒะฟ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ bloop

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ–ใƒซใƒผใƒ—

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท bloop

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ bloop

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท bloop

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ธ”๋ฃน

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจู„ูˆุจ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ bloop

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ bloop

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ˜Ÿๅ˜Ÿ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ bloop

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ bloop

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑะปัƒะฟ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ‘แƒšแƒฃแƒž

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ bloop

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ bloop

Etymology

The word 'bloop' is believed to have originated in the early 20th century as an onomatopoeic term, imitating the sound made when something hits water. It gained popularity in the 1930s and '40s as a playful way to describe small splashing sounds, often associated with fishing or casual water play. As language evolved, 'bloop' found its place in media and entertainment, especially with the rise of cartoons and comedic sound effects. Over time, the term expanded to encompass a variety of contexts beyond just water, including technology and digital media, where it describes alert sounds or notifications. Today, 'bloop' is commonly used in a casual, humorous manner to denote unexpected occurrences, solidifying its place in modern vernacular as a light and amusing term.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #42,214, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.