Hooted: meaning, definitions and examples

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hooted

 

[ ˈhuːtɪd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

animal sound

Hooted is the past tense of hoot, which refers to the characteristic sound made by certain animals, particularly owls. It can also be used in a broader sense to describe the sounds made by other animals or even by humans in specific contexts, such as cheering or expressing disapproval. The sound is often deep and resonant, associated with the nighttime calls of owls. In addition, hooted can describe situations where someone yells or cheers loudly, typically in a playful or rowdy manner.

Synonyms

called, shouted, whooped, yelled.

Examples of usage

  • The owl hooted in the dark woods.
  • The crowd hooted with excitement after the goal.
  • She hooted like an owl to scare her friends.

Translations

Translations of the word "hooted" in other languages:

🇵🇹 gritou

🇮🇳 चिल्लाया

🇩🇪 geheult

🇮🇩 mengaum

🇺🇦 викрикнув

🇵🇱 krzyczał

🇯🇵 鳴いた

🇫🇷 a hululé

🇪🇸 gritó

🇹🇷 haykırdı

🇰🇷 울었다

🇸🇦 صاح

🇨🇿 zařval

🇸🇰 zakričal

🇨🇳 叫喊

🇸🇮 zakričal

🇮🇸 öskraði

🇰🇿 шақырды

🇬🇪 ყვიროდა

🇦🇿 hayqırdı

🇲🇽 gritó

Etymology

The word 'hoot' has its origins in the Old English word 'hōtian,' which means to make a sound similar to that of an owl. This term has evolved through various forms in Middle English, often appearing in the context of imitating owl sounds or referring to the specific calls of nocturnal birds. By the late 15th century, the verb 'hoot' began to be used more generally to describe loud, high-pitched sounds made by humans, especially in sporting events or moments of enthusiasm. The transition from animal sounds to human vocalizations demonstrates the versatility of the word over time, allowing 'hooting' to encompass various expressions of excitement or disapproval, thus expanding its usage considerably.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #27,767, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.