woo

woo

verb \ˈwü\

Definition of WOO

transitive verb

1

: to sue for the affection of and usually marriage with : court

2

: to solicit or entreat especially with importunity <woo new customers>

3

: to seek to gain or bring about

intransitive verb

: to court a woman

— woo·er noun

Examples of WOO

1. The store had a sale in an effort to woo new customers.
2. The company must find creative ways to woo new employees.

Origin of WOO

Middle English wowen, from Old English wōgian

First Known Use: before 12th century

Related to WOO

Synonyms: ask (for), flirt (with), invite, court

Related Words: angle (for), fish (for); hunt, search, seek; provoke, tempt

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Rhymes with WOO

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