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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

hooting

/hʊtɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does hooting mean?

verb

The act of making a loud, shrill cry, typically to attract attention or express excitement. A loud, shrill cry, especially one made by an owl.

Example

"The hooting of the owl echoed through the forest."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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