осви́стывать — meaning in English

English meaning

• boo intj An exclamation shouted to scare someone, usually while jumping out unexpectedly.
• catcall noun A shout or whistle made to show disapproval, especially by a crowd; a jeer.

Senses

осви́стывать is used for these senses in English:

• boo (intransitive) To shout extended boos derisively.
• catcall (transitive) To make such an exclamation.

boo — full definition

1. intj An exclamation shouted to scare someone, usually while jumping out unexpectedly.
2. verb To shout disapproval, especially at a performance or event.
3. noun Informal term for a boyfriend, girlfriend, or romantic partner.

catcall — full definition

1. noun A shout or whistle made to show disapproval, especially by a crowd; a jeer.
2. noun An unwanted sexual remark or whistle called out at a woman passing by.
3. noun A whistle blown by someone in a theatre audience to show they disapprove.

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