noun
hootenanny
Hootenanny (noun) means an informal, festive performance by folk singers, often including audience participation with the use of acoustic instruments.
noun
1
An informal, festive performance by folk singers, often including audience participation with the use of acoustic instruments.
2
A placeholder word for a nonspecific or forgotten thing.
Study it as flashcards or scroll it in Flow — saved to your collection.
Test yourself on “hootenanny”
A quick quiz — meaning, synonyms & usage
→
Etymology
Unknown; potentially Scottish. Use is tied to the Appalachian culture in the US.
Rhymes for hootenanny
See all rhymes for hootenanny →Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of hootenanny?
"hootenanny" (noun) means an informal, festive performance by folk singers, often including audience participation with the use of acoustic instruments.
What are the different meanings of hootenanny?
"hootenanny" has 2 main meanings: 1. An informal, festive performance by folk singers, often including audience participation with the use of acoustic instruments; 2. A placeholder word for a nonspecific or forgotten thing.