Meaning of the word catcall in English

What does catcall mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

catcall

US /ˈkæt.kɑːl/
UK /ˈkæt.kɔːl/

Noun

a loud whistle or shout of a sexual nature made by a man to a woman in a public place

Example:
She received an unwelcome catcall as she walked down the street.
The construction workers often made loud catcalls at passing women.

Verb

to make a loud whistle or shout of a sexual nature to a woman in a public place

Example:
It's disrespectful to catcall women on the street.
He was warned not to catcall again after the incident.