Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
view-halloo
Noun
/ˈvyuː həˈluː/
Definition
A cry or shout made by hunters to alert hounds to the sight of game.
Examples
- As soon as the deer was sighted, the hunter let out a loud view-halloo.
- The echo of the view-halloo bounced across the valley, signaling the start of the chase.
Meaning
An exclamation traditionally used during hunting when a game animal is spotted, signaling the dogs to pursue.
Synonyms
- Holler
- Shout
- Call
