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:
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She received an unwelcome catcall as she walked down the street.
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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:
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It's disrespectful to catcall women on the street.
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He was warned not to catcall again after the incident.