Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hooter
noun
/ˈhuːtər/
Definition
A horn or whistle that makes a loud sound, often used to signal or draw attention.
Examples
- She heard the hooter of the train approaching.
- The referee blew his hooter to signal the end of the game.
- As the fog rolled in, the ship’s hooter sounded a warning to nearby vessels.
Meaning
In informal contexts, it can also refer to someone who hoots, such as an owl or an individual making a loud noise.
Synonyms
- horn
- whistle
- alarm
