Yucking: meaning, definitions and examples
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yucking
[ ˈjʌkɪŋ ]
reaction expression
Yucking is an informal verb typically used to express distaste or disgust towards something. It is often used in informal settings, particularly in conversations among friends or peers. The term can sometimes be used humorously to emphasize one's dislike of something that others may enjoy. The expression can serve to punctuate a conversation where one person's excitement clashes with another's aversion.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- I started yucking when I saw the slimy texture of that dish.
- She was yucking at the idea of eating snails.
- He couldn't help yucking at the weird movie plot.
Translations
Translations of the word "yucking" in other languages:
🇵🇹 desagradável
🇮🇳 घिनौना
🇩🇪 ekelhaft
🇮🇩 menjijikkan
🇺🇦 огидний
🇵🇱 obrzydliwy
🇯🇵 嫌な
🇫🇷 dégoûtant
🇪🇸 asqueroso
🇹🇷 tiksindirici
🇰🇷 역겨운
🇸🇦 مثير للاشمئزاز
🇨🇿 odporný
🇸🇰 odporný
🇨🇳 令人厌恶的
🇸🇮 odvraten
🇮🇸 ógeðfelldur
🇰🇿 жекелген
🇬🇪 გაძვირტული
🇦🇿 iyrənc
🇲🇽 asqueroso
Etymology
The word 'yuck' originated in the mid-20th century as an expression of strong disapproval or repulsion. It is likely derived from the earlier 'yicken,' which was used to convey similar feelings of disgust. 'Yuck' is often used in both spoken and written English to represent a visceral reaction to something unpleasant. Over time, the term has evolved to take on different grammatical forms, including the verb 'yucking,' which conveys an active expression of distaste. While its use is primarily informal, it reflects broader cultural attitudes towards food, experiences, and interactions that elicit strong emotional responses.