Meaning of the word boo in English
What does boo mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
boo
US /buː/
UK /buː/
Exclamation
1.
said suddenly to surprise someone who is unaware of one's presence.
Example:
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‘Boo!’ she cried, jumping up to frighten him
2.
said to show disapproval or contempt.
Example:
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‘There's only one bar.’ ‘Boo!’
Noun
1.
an utterance of ‘boo’ to show disapproval of a speaker or performer.
Example:
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the audience greeted this comment with boos and hisses
Verb
1.
say ‘boo’ to show disapproval of a speaker or performer.
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they booed and hissed when he stepped on stage
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