Yawp

Pronunciation: /jɔːp/

Definitions of yawp

noun a harsh or hoarse cry or yelp

Example Sentences

A1 The little boy let out a loud yawp when he saw the clown at the circus.

A2 The yawp of the seagulls could be heard from the beach.

B1 The yawp of the protesters could be heard from blocks away.

B2 Her yawp of frustration echoed through the empty hallway.

C1 The singer's powerful yawp filled the concert hall with emotion.

C2 The actor's yawp of anguish brought tears to the audience's eyes.

Examples of yawp in a Sentence

formal The professor was interrupted by a loud yawp from the back of the classroom.

informal I couldn't help but let out a yawp of excitement when I saw my favorite band live.

slang The comedian's joke was so funny, it made the whole audience yawp with laughter.

figurative The sound of the wind through the trees seemed to yawp a haunting melody.

Grammatical Forms of yawp

• past tense: yawped
• plural: yawps
• comparative: more yawp
• superlative: most yawp
• present tense: yawps
• future tense: will yawp
• perfect tense: have yawped
• continuous tense: is yawping
• singular: yawp
• positive degree: yawp
• infinitive: to yawp
• gerund: yawping
• participle: yawped

Origin and Evolution of yawp

First Known Use: 1400 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'yawp' is believed to have originated from Middle English, likely influenced by the Old Norse word 'gaula' meaning to yell or cry out.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'yawp' has evolved to mean a loud, harsh or raucous noise, often associated with shouting or crying out in a wild or unrestrained manner.