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Catcall
01
a sexually suggestive or insulting whistle, shout, or comment directed at someone in public
Disapproving
Informal
Examples
She ignored the catcalls while walking down the street.
02
a shout expressing disapproval, made at a public event or performance
Examples
The speaker was interrupted by catcalls from the angry crowd.
to catcall
01
to make a loud, publicly directed comment, whistle, or shout intended to harass or draw sexual attention
DisapprovingInformalExamples
She was catcalled while walking down the street.
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