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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.
Catcalls from strangers made her feel uncomfortable and unsafe.
02
a shout expressing disapproval, made at a public event or performance
Examples
The speaker was interrupted by catcalls from the angry crowd.
Catcalls broke out when the politician avoided the question.
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.
Men catcalled passersby near the market.
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