haw

Meanings

• Interjection

  An interjection expressing contempt, derision, or scorn.

  - ""Haw!" he laughed derisively."
  - ""I can't believe you fell for that," she said, hawing."

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Pronunciation

1. /hɔː/
   
   
   
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2. /hɔː/
   
   
   
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3. /hɔː/
   
   
   
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Antonyms

gee , gee

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Synonyms

hawthorn berry

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with haw
law , jaw , raw

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Variants

List of all variants of haw that leads to same result
haw , haws , hawed , hawing , hee-haw , hee-hawed , hee-hawing , hee-haws , hem and haw , hemmed and hawed , hemming and hawing , hems and haws , yee-haw , yeehaw

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

Originally an imitation of the sound of a hawk's cry.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'haw' has been used as the title of several books and songs.

2. In some dialects, 'haw' is used as a verb meaning 'to laugh derisively'.

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Related Concepts

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1. Interjection: A word or phrase that functions as an expression of strong emotion.

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Culture

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In literature, 'haw' is often used to represent contempt or derision. In art, it can be seen as a symbol of mockery or disdain.

How to Memorize "haw"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine making a contemptuous face and making the 'haw' sound.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'haw' with the sound of a hawk's cry or contemptuous laughter.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic device by associating 'haw' with the word 'mockery' or 'disdain'.

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