hoot meaning and definition

HOOT noun

Definition of hoot (noun)

1. a loud raucous cry (as of an owl)
2. a cry or noise made to express displeasure or contempt
   • synonyms: bird, boo, Bronx cheer, hiss, raspberry, razz, razzing, snort
3. something of little value
   • "his promise is not worth a damn"; "not worth one red cent"; "not worth shucks"
   • synonyms: damn, darn, red cent, shit, shucks, tinker's dam, tinker's damn

HOOT verb

Definition of hoot (verb)

1. to utter a loud clamorous shout
   • "the toughs and blades of the city hoot and bang their drums, drink arak, play dice, and dance"
2. utter the characteristic sound of owls