Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
yo-ho
interjection
/joʊ ˈhoʊ/
Definition
A traditional sea chanty call used by sailors, often to express joy or enthusiasm.
Examples
- “Yo-ho, let’s set sail for adventure!”
- “The crew shouted, ‘Yo-ho!’ as they spotted land on the horizon.”
Meaning
An exclamation used to convey excitement or to cheer, typically associated with pirates and sailors.
Synonyms
- Ahoy
- Hurrah
- Hooray
