Yeller: meaning, definitions and examples
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yeller
[ ˈjɛlər ]
animal term
A yeller is typically referred to as a dog that barks or howls loudly, often used to alert people or express excitement. This term can sometimes also relate to a person who yells or shouts, usually in an exuberant or boisterous manner. The word may carry a playful or endearing connotation, especially when used to describe a pet exhibiting vocal behavior. Yellers are commonly identified in hunting or herding breeds, known for their vocal abilities.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The yeller barked joyfully when its owner returned home.
- During the game, the crowd turned into a bunch of yellers, cheering for their team.
- My neighbor's yeller loves to let everyone know when it's feeding time.
Translations
Translations of the word "yeller" in other languages:
🇵🇹 gritador
🇮🇳 चिल्लानेवाला
🇩🇪 Schreier
🇮🇩 teriak
🇺🇦 крикун
🇵🇱 krzykacz
🇯🇵 叫ぶ人
🇫🇷 crieur
🇪🇸 gritador
🇹🇷 bağıran
🇰🇷 소리를 지르는 사람
🇸🇦 الصارخ
🇨🇿 křikloun
🇸🇰 kričiaci
🇨🇳 叫喊的人
🇸🇮 kričal
🇮🇸 öskur
🇰🇿 айқайлаушы
🇬🇪 ყვირილი
🇦🇿 qışqıran
🇲🇽 gritador
Etymology
The term 'yeller' likely originates from the verb 'to yell,' which in turn is derived from the Middle English term 'yellen.' The linguistic roots can be traced back to Old English 'gyllan,' meaning to shout or cry out, related to other Germanic languages. Over time, 'yelling' evolved in usage to include both loud vocal expressions by humans and the sounds made by animals, particularly dogs. The suffix '-er' denotes a doer of the action, thus turning 'yell' into 'yeller,' specifically emphasizing the quality of being vocally expressive. The historical usage emphasizes communication and expression, illustrating how language evolves in response to cultural interactions with animals, particularly in domesticated species.
Word Frequency Rank
At position #40,345, 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.