hoo

Definition

'Hoo' is an exclamation used to express excitement, surprise, relief, or as the sound of an owl. It is informal and often used in playful or cheering situations.

Usage & Nuances

Always informal; common in contexts like sports cheering ('hoo-rah!'), surprise, or playful taunts. Also mimics the owl sound ('the owl goes "hoo"'). Not to be confused with 'who.' Spelling rarely varies.

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