holler

Meanings

• Interjection

  An expression of strong emotion, often used to attract attention or express excitement.

  - "I heard a holler coming from the kitchen."
  - "The crowd let out a collective holler when the team scored."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈhɑ.ləɹ/
   
   
   
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2. /ˈhɑ.ləɹ/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

cry , outcry , hollering , howl , hurl , scream , shout , shout

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with holler
bawler , caller , maller , wallower

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Homophones

Words having the same pronunciation but different meanings, origins, or spelling,

1. holler (English) : A hollow or valley
   

2. holler (English) : To sell or peddle goods
   

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Variants

List of all variants of holler that leads to same result
holler , hollered , hollering , hollers , hollow

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Forms

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hollered, hollering

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Etymology

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Originally meant 'to shout' or 'to cry out' in Scottish and Irish dialects.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'holler' is derived from the Old English word 'holen', meaning 'to shout'.

2. In some parts of the United States, a holler is a small valley or hollow.

3. The term 'holler' has been used in various music genres, including bluegrass and country.

4. The term 'holler' was commonly used in early American literature to describe the isolated mountain communities.

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Related Concepts

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1. Shout: A loud utterance or cry.

2. Exclamation: A word or phrase expressing strong emotion or surprise.

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Culture

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In American folklore, a holler is a remote mountain community where people live in isolation. The term has also been used in music genres such as bluegrass and country.

How to Memorize "holler"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine someone excitedly raising their arms and shouting.
   - Visualize a crowd cheering and hollering.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'holler' with excitement, attention, or attracting others.
   - Think of a loud, enthusiastic shout.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic phrase such as 'Holler is an expression of strong emotion, Hold On and Let it Out, Release Energy Momentarily'.

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