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Meaning of coo
The primary meaning of the word "coo" is to make a low, soothing sound, often associated with pigeons or doves, or to talk in a soft, affectionate way.
Etymology of coo
The word "coo" has its origins in the mid-16th century, imitative of the sound made by pigeons or doves.
The word is likely onomatopoeic, meaning that it is a word that phonetically imitates, resembles or suggests the sound that it describes.
Historically, the word "coo" has been used to describe the sound made by various birds, as well as to describe a soft, soothing, or affectionate tone of voice.
Synonyms
murmur
whisper
hum
chirp
tweet
cheep
trill
warble
cooing
gurgle
babble
lilt
sing
chant
intone
drone
purr
mew
cluck
chirr
peep
squeak
squeal
cackle
clatter
chatter
prattle
gibber
jabber
blab
blubber
sputter
splutter
mutter
murmur
grunt
snort
snuffle
whine
whimper
wail
moan
groan
croon
croak
caw
honk
quack
hoot
toot
beep
boop
bleep
blip.
Definitions
- To make a low, murmuring sound, typically used to describe the sound made by pigeons or doves.
- To talk in a soft, gentle, and often affectionate way, often in a romantic or intimate context.
- To make a soothing or comforting sound, often used to calm or reassure someone.
Usage Examples
- The dove cooed softly in the trees.
- She cooed over the baby, talking in a soft, soothing voice.
- The couple cooed at each other, talking in a romantic and affectionate way.