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coo

/kuː/
Meanings
  • Interjection

    A sound made by doves and pigeons.

    - "The cooing of pigeons in the park is so relaxing."
    - "After hearing the coo of a dove, I felt a sense of peace."
Pronunciation
  1. /kuː/



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  2. /kuː/



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Rhymes
Words rhyming with coo
who , glow , tow , vow , bough , now , through , through and through
Homophones
Words having the same pronunciation but different meanings, origins, or spelling,

  1. Coo (en) : A person who operates a locomotive or other engine.

  2. Coo (en) : A unit of measurement for coal, equivalent to 100 pounds.

Variants
List of all variants of coo that leads to same result
coo , cooed , cooing , coos , COO , bill and coo
Etymology
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The origin of the word 'coo' is believed to come from the Old English word 'cugge,' which meant 'young pigeon.'

Trivia
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  1. The cooing sound of pigeons is produced by the inflating and deflating of their crops.

  2. The cooing sound of pigeons is often used as a sound effect in movies and TV shows to represent peaceful settings.

Related Concepts
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  1. Dove: A bird that is a symbol of peace and love.

  2. Pigeon: A bird that is often kept as a pet and is known for its cooing sound.

Culture
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In literature, the sound of cooing pigeons has often been used as a symbol of peace and tranquility. In art, images of cooing pigeons are common in Japanese art and are believed to bring good fortune.

How to Memorize "coo"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a dove cooing in a peaceful setting, such as a garden or a park.

  2. associate

    - Associate the sound of cooing pigeons with the feeling of peace and tranquility.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'Cooing pigeons in the park bring peace and calm.'

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