First Known Use: 14th century
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1whoop
verb \ˈhüp, ˈhu̇p, ˈhwüp, ˈhwu̇p, ˈwüp, ˈwu̇p\
: to shout loudly in an enthusiastic or excited way
Full Definition of WHOOP
intransitive verb
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: to utter a whoop in expression of eagerness, enthusiasm, or enjoyment : shout
2
: to utter the cry of an owl : hoot
3
: to make the characteristic whoop of whooping cough
4
a : to go or pass with a loud noise b : to be rushed through by acclamation or with noisy support <the bill whooped through both houses>
transitive verb
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a : to utter or express with a whoop b : to urge, drive, or cheer on with a whoop
2
: to agitate in behalf of
3
— whoop it up
1
: to celebrate riotously : carouse
2
: to stir up enthusiasm
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Origin of WHOOP
Middle English whopen, houpen, from Anglo-French huper, of imitative origin
2whoop
noun
: a high, loud sound expressing enthusiasm or excitement
Full Definition of WHOOP
1
a : a loud yell expressive of eagerness, exuberance, or jubilation —often used interjectionally b : a shout of hunters or of men in battle or pursuit
2
: the cry of an owl : hoot
3
: the crowing intake of breath following a paroxysm in whooping cough
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: a minimum amount or degree : the least bit <not worth a whoop>
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First Known Use of WHOOP
14th century
WHOOP Defined for Kids
1whoop
verb \ˈhüp, ˈhu̇p\
whoopedwhoop·ing
Definition of WHOOP for Kids
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: to shout or cheer loudly and strongly <“It's the men from camp,” the judge said. “They're searching for us.” We started whooping. — Wilson Rawls, Where the Red Fern Grows>
2
: to make the high-pitched gasping sound that follows a coughing attack in whooping cough
2whoop
noun
Definition of WHOOP for Kids
: a loud strong shout or cheer
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