Meaning of the word whoop in English

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

whoop

US /wuːp/
UK /wuːp/

Verb

to shout loudly in excitement, joy, or pain

Example:
The crowd started to whoop and cheer as the band came on stage.
He let out a loud whoop of delight when he saw the surprise.

Noun

a loud cry or shout, typically of excitement or joy

Example:
A triumphant whoop escaped his lips as he crossed the finish line.
We heard a loud whoop from the rollercoaster.