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Hoot: meaning, definitions and examples

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hoot

 

[ huːt ]

Context #1

sound

A low, soft sound made by certain animals, such as owls.

Synonyms

call, cry

Examples of usage

  • The hoot of an owl echoed through the night.
  • I woke up to the hoot of a distant train.
Context #2

expression

A loud, raucous shout or cry, especially of disapproval.

Synonyms

jeer, mock, taunt

Examples of usage

  • The audience responded with hoots and jeers.
  • The protestors let out a hoot of anger.
Context #3

laughter

To make a loud, raucous sound of laughter.

Synonyms

chuckle, guffaw, laugh

Examples of usage

  • The children hooted with laughter during the funny movie.
  • The crowd hooted at the comedian's jokes.

Translations

Translations of the word "hoot" in other languages:

🇵🇹 gritar

🇮🇳 चिल्लाना

🇩🇪 rufen

🇮🇩 berteriak

🇺🇦 кричати

🇵🇱 krzyczeć

🇯🇵 叫ぶ

🇫🇷 crier

🇪🇸 gritar

🇹🇷 bağırmak

🇰🇷 소리치다

🇸🇦 يصرخ

🇨🇿 křičet

🇸🇰 kričať

🇨🇳 大喊

🇸🇮 kričati

🇮🇸 hrópa

🇰🇿 айқайлау

🇬🇪 ყვირილი

🇦🇿 qışqırmaq

🇲🇽 gritar

Word origin

The word 'hoot' originated in Middle English, from the Old English word 'hotian' meaning to shout or cry. Over time, the meaning of 'hoot' evolved to include the sound made by owls and also as an expression of disapproval or laughter. The word has been used in English literature and everyday language for centuries, capturing the essence of various sounds and emotions.