noun
catcall
Catcall (noun) means a shout or whistle expressing dislike, especially from a crowd or audience; a jeer, a boo.
noun
1
A shout or whistle expressing dislike, especially from a crowd or audience; a jeer, a boo.
2
A shout, whistle, or comment of a harassingly sexual nature, usually made toward a passing woman.
3
A whistle blown by a theatre-goer to express disapproval.
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Etymology
First attested in the mid-17th c., from the resemblance to cats' nocturnal cries. From cat + call.
Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of catcall?
"catcall" (noun) means a shout or whistle expressing dislike, especially from a crowd or audience; a jeer, a boo.
What are the different meanings of catcall?
"catcall" has 3 main meanings: 1. A shout or whistle expressing dislike, especially from a crowd or audience; a jeer, a boo; 2. A shout, whistle, or comment of a harassingly sexual nature, usually made toward a passing woman; 3. A whistle blown by a theatre-goer to express disapproval.