boo
boo Lexical Profile
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• interjection
Used to startle or frighten someone, often playfully.
"She jumped out from behind the door and shouted, "Boo!""
Used to express loud disapproval, contempt, or derision, especially by a crowd at a public performance or sporting event.
"The audience yelled "Boo!" when the referee made the controversial call."
• noun
An exclamation of disapproval, contempt, or derision made by a crowd or audience.
"The visiting team entered the stadium to a chorus of loud boos."
A boyfriend, girlfriend, romantic partner, or close friend (informal slang, often used as a term of endearment).
"She is spending the weekend traveling with her boo."
• verb
To shout "boo" to show disapproval, contempt, or derision toward a speaker, performer, or athlete.
"The frustrated fans began to boo the players after their third consecutive loss."
• Rhymes for boo
Word Origin & Etymology
Originally an imitative interjection dating back to the 15th century, meant to startle someone or express contempt. The affectionate slang sense meaning a romantic partner emerged in African American Vernacular English in the late 20th century, likely influenced by the French 'beau' (admirer or sweetheart).