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Blowing a raspberry, razzing or making a Bronx cheer, is to make a noise similar to flatulence that may signify derision, real or feigned. It is made by placing the tongue between the lips and blowing. A raspberry (when used with the tongue) is not used in any human language as a building block of words, apart from jocular exceptions such as ...
Ululation (/ ˌjuːljʊˈleɪʃən, ˌʌl -/ ⓘ, [ 1 ][ 2 ] from Latin ululo), trilling or lele, is a long, wavering, high-pitched vocal sound resembling a howl with a trilling quality. It is produced by emitting a high pitched loud voice accompanied with a rapid back and forth movement of the tongue and the uvula. [ 3 ]
This is an accepted version of this page This is the latest accepted revision, reviewed on 30 September 2024. This is a list of onomatopoeias, i.e. words that imitate, resemble, or suggest the source of the sound that they describe. For more information, see the linked articles. Human vocal sounds Achoo, Atishoo, the sound of a sneeze Ahem, a sound made to clear the throat or to draw attention ...
Huzzah (sometimes written hazzah; originally spelled huzza and pronounced huh-ZAY, now often pronounced as huh-ZAH; [1][2] in most modern varieties of English hurrah or hooray) is, according to the Oxford English Dictionary (OED), "apparently a mere exclamation". [3] The dictionary does not mention any specific derivation.
May the blessings of Saint Patrick behold you. 25. May you have the health to wear it. 26. May the luck of the Irish possess you. May the devil fly off with your worries. May God bless you forever ...
A young man who is regarded as a show off and is brash or loud. [176] jack up Inject an illegal drug. [176] jag 1. A drug taking, or sometimes drinking, binge. 2. A period of uncontrolled activity. [177] jammy 1. Lucky. 2. Pleasant or desirable. [178] as in "More jam than Hartley's" when an impressive pool shot is pulled off. jerry A chamber ...
Applause (Latin applaudere, to strike upon, clap) is primarily a form of ovation or praise expressed by the act of clapping, or striking the palms of the hands together, in order to create noise. Audiences usually applaud after a performance, such as a musical concert, speech, or play, as a sign of enjoyment and approval.
The brother-sister duo of Barry and Haylee Weatherspoon are ready to star in 11-man and flag football, respectively, at Eagle Rock High. ... Barry will be in the bleachers cheering loudly for his ...