hoot

/hˈut/

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Definitions

Noun
a loud raucous cry (as of an owl)
Noun
a cry or noise made to express displeasure or contempt
Noun
something of little value; "his promise is not worth a damn"; "not worth one red cent"; "not worth shucks"
Verb
to utter a loud clamorous shout; "the toughs and blades of the city hoot and bang their drums, drink arak, play dice, and dance"
Verb
utter the characteristic sound of owls

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