boo

²boo

noun

plural boos

Definition of BOO

1

: a shout of disapproval or contempt

2

: any utterance at all —usually used in negative constructions <never said boo>

Examples of BOO

1. A chorus of boos was heard after the shot missed the goal.
2. The announcement was greeted by a mixture of boos and cheers.

First Known Use of BOO

1801

Related to BOO

Synonyms: bird [chiefly British], catcall, Bronx cheer, hiss, hoot, jeer, raspberry, razz, snort

Antonyms: cheer

Related Words: smirk, sneer, snicker, snigger; gibe (or jibe), put-down, taunt; whistle

Near Antonyms: applause, clapping

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