Definition

A loud call or shout used to encourage or signal, especially in hunting.

Example

The hunter let out a loud halloo to rally the dogs during the chase.

Conversation

I can't believe how excited the dogs are today!

Yeah, they really love it when we halloo during the hunt.

It's so fun to watch them chase after the scent.

Absolutely! It makes the whole experience more thrilling.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To shout or call out loudly, often to attract attention or to signal someone.

Example

He hallooed to his friends across the field.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Hey, did you hear me halloo when I arrived?

Yeah, I did! It was really loud and funny.

I thought I should make a grand entrance with a big halloo!

Definition

A loud shout or call used to attract attention or express excitement.

Example

He let out a halloo to signal his friends across the field.

Conversation

Did you hear that loud halloo coming from the park yesterday?

Yeah, I thought someone was calling for help!

It turned out to be just a group of kids playing around and shouting halloo.

Definition

To call out loudly to someone, often to get their attention or to encourage them.

Example

He hallooed to his friends across the field.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear me halloo when I saw you at the park yesterday?

Yeah, I did! It made me smile when you called out to me.

I thought you might have missed me, so I wanted to make sure you heard me halloo.

Root Explanation

Halloo → This word originates from Old English 'halā' (meaning to call out or shout) and is often used as a call to attract attention. The word 'halloo' means to shout or call out, typically to get someone's attention.

Memory Tip

Imagine calling out to someone to get their attention — that's what 'halloo' means, coming from the Old English word for a shout.

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