noun

hooter

HOO-tuh

Hooter (noun) means British informal: a car horn, or a siren/whistle that signals the start or end of work. Example: “He gave a quick beep on the hooter to say hello.”

noun

British informal: a car horn, or a siren/whistle that signals the start or end of work.

"He gave a quick beep on the hooter to say hello."

Slang: a nose, especially a large one.

"He joked about his own big hooter."

How to use hooter

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishBritish slang for a car horn or factory whistle; also crude slang for a nose.

When to use it

Informal in all senses.

UK vs US

The "car horn" sense is chiefly British; American English just says "horn."

Word forms

hooters plural

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Synonyms

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Rhymes for hooter

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Frequently asked questions

What does “hooter” mean?

The word “hooter” means british informal: a car horn, or a siren/whistle that signals the start or end of work. In plain terms, british slang for a car horn or factory whistle; also crude slang for a nose.

How do you pronounce “hooter”?

“Hooter” is pronounced HOO-tuh (/ˈhu.tɚ/ in IPA).

How do you use “hooter” in a sentence?

Here is “hooter” used in a sentence: “He gave a quick beep on the hooter to say hello.”

What part of speech is “hooter”?

“Hooter” is a noun.

How many meanings does “hooter” have?

“Hooter” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: british informal: a car horn, or a siren/whistle that signals the start or end of work.

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