Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
yawp
verb
/jɔːp/
Definition
A loud, harsh cry or yelp.
Examples
- When the dog saw the squirrel, it let out a loud yawp.
- The crowd began to yawp with joy at the concert.
- He couldn’t help but yawp when he won the lottery.
Meaning
Yawp refers to a rough, loud outcry or a vociferous expression of protest or excitement. It’s often used in informal contexts to describe a boisterous or raucous noise.
Synonyms
- yell
- howl
- shout
- whoop
