hoot
//huːt//
Noun
hootSingular
hootsPlural
1
The characteristic cry of an owl.
We heard the hoot of an owl in the forest.
2
A loud shout or cry of scorn, disapproval, or amusement.
The comedian's joke was met with hoots of laughter from the audience.
3
Something or someone amusing or entertaining (informal).
The party was a hoot—everyone had a great time.
Verb
hootInfinitive
hootPresent tense
hootedPast tense
hootedPast participle
hootingPresent participle
hootsThird-person singular
1
To make the characteristic cry of an owl.
An owl hooted in the distance.
2
To shout or cry out in scorn, disapproval, or amusement.
The audience hooted at the politician's speech.
3
To express disapproval by making loud sounds, especially at a performer or speaker.
The audience hooted at the comedian when his jokes fell flat.