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Halloo Definition & Meaning

halloo
noun
  1. a shout to attract attention; "he gave a great halloo but no one heard him"
verb
  1. urge on with shouts; "halloo the dogs in a hunt"
  2. shout `halloo', as when greeting someone or attracting attention

"Halloo" in song lyrics

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Usage tips for "halloo"

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Frequently asked questions

What does halloo mean?
a shout to attract attention; "he gave a great halloo but no one heard him" urge on with shouts; "halloo the dogs in a hunt" shout `halloo', as when greeting someone or attracting attention
What part of speech is halloo?
Halloo is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does halloo have?
Halloo has 3 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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