Hoot Definition & Meaning
hoot
- noun
- a loud raucous cry (as of an owl)
- a cry or noise made to express displeasure or contempt
- something of little value; "his promise is not worth a damn"; "not worth one red cent"; "not worth shucks"
- verb
- to utter a loud clamorous shout; "the toughs and blades of the city hoot and bang their drums, drink arak, play dice, and dance"
- utter the characteristic sound of owls
"Hoot" in song lyrics
See how hoot is used in real songs:
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"It's your boy Big Hoot"
Apathy f/ Big Hoot, Emilio Lopez, Motive — Doe Raker Check -
"To see who I'm givin' the hoot"
The Beatnuts — Hellraiser -
"Swig to shoot, muthafucka I don't give a hoot"
Crips — What We Celieve In
Words that rhyme with hoot
Usage tips for "hoot"
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does hoot mean?
- a loud raucous cry (as of an owl) a cry or noise made to express displeasure or contempt something of little value; "his promise is not worth a damn"; "not worth one red cent"; "not worth shucks" to utter a loud clamorous shout; "the toughs and blades of the city hoot and bang their drums, drink arak, play dice, and dance" utter the characteristic sound of owls
- What part of speech is hoot?
- Hoot is a noun and a verb.
- How many definitions does hoot have?
- Hoot has 5 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).