To make a loud, enthusiastic shout or cry; a whoop is the sound itself, often expressing joy or excitement.
Of uncertain origin; possibly from Middle English or Old Norse. Used as an exclamation since at least the 1600s.
A 'whoop' is a nearly universal human sound of joy—cultures across the world use sharp, ascending shouts to express excitement, showing that some sounds transcend language barriers!
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