Definition of whoop–de–do
1 : noisy and exuberant or attention-getting activity (as at a social affair or in a political campaign)
2 : a lively social affair
3 : agitated public discussion or debate
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Origin and Etymology of whoop–de–do
probably irregular from 2whoop
First Known Use: 1929
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