Definition of yoo–hoo
—used to attract attention or as a call to persons
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Origin and Etymology of yoo–hoo
probably alteration of yo-ho, interjection used to attract attention — more at yahoo
First Known Use: circa 1924
YOO–HOO Defined for English Language Learners
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interjection
Definition of yoo–hoo for English Language Learners
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—used to attract someone's attention or to call out to someone
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