coo

coo

verb \ˈkü\

Definition of COO

intransitive verb

1

: to make the low soft cry of a dove or pigeon or a similar sound

2

: to talk fondly, amorously, or appreciatively <the family cooed over the baby pictures>

— coo noun

Examples of COO

1. The baby cooed quietly in her crib.
2. The baby was making a cooing sound.
3. They all cooed over the baby pictures.
4. “Oh, how sweet,” she cooed.

Origin of COO

imitative

First Known Use: 1577

Rhymes with COO

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