Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
whaup
Noun / Verb
/wɔːp/
Definition
A sound made by a bird or an exclamation; can also refer to a lapwing bird.
Examples
- The whaup called out as it flew over the fields.
- In the distance, you could hear the whaup making its characteristic sound.
- “Whaup!” he exclaimed, trying to get everyone’s attention.
Meaning
The term ‘whaup’ is often used to describe the call of a bird, particularly the lapwing, also known for its distinctive and resonant sound. In some contexts, it can be a playful or lighthearted exclamation.
Synonyms
- Lapwing
- Plover
- Call
