whooping

Meanings

• Interjection

  An expression of excitement, joy, or approval, often accompanied by a loud, prolonged sound.

  - "The crowd let out a whoop of excitement when the team scored the winning goal."
  - "She gave a whoop of delight when she received the good news."
  - "The children whooped and hollered as they rode the rollercoaster."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with whooping
hoopings , scoopings , mopings

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Variants

List of all variants of whooping that leads to same result
whoop , whoop it up , whooped , whooped it up , whooping , whooping it up , whoops , whoops it up , pertussis , whooping cough , whooping coughs , whooping crane , whooping cranes

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Etymology

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Originally an imitation of the sound made by hounds during a hunt.

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Trivia

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1. The longest recorded 'whoop' was by a man named Robert Wadlow, also known as the 'Alton Giant'. His whoop measured 52.4 inches long.

2. In some cultures, 'whooping' is believed to have spiritual significance and is used in healing ceremonies.

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Related Concepts

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1. cheering: Both 'whooping' and 'cheering' are expressions of excitement and approval, but 'whooping' is often louder and more prolonged.

2. hollering: Both 'whooping' and 'hollering' involve making loud, excited noises, but 'hollering' often implies shouting or yelling.

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Culture

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In literature, 'whooping' is often used to describe the excitement and enthusiasm of a crowd or group. In music, it is a common sound effect used in various genres, including blues, rock, and country.

How to Memorize "whooping"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine yourself in a crowded stadium, cheering on your favorite team. Visualize the excited expressions on the faces of the fans around you and the sound of their whoops and cheers.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the sound of 'whooping' with excitement and joy.
   - Think of a loud, prolonged sound that expresses enthusiasm.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the 'W' sound in 'whooping' to help you recall the meaning.
   - Think of the 'who' in 'whooping' as a reminder of the excited exclamation.

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