Associations to the word «Yawp»

Wiktionary

YAWP, verb. (intransitive) to yelp, or utter a sharp cry, as in intense pain, or another raucous noise
YAWP, verb. (intransitive) to talk loudly and coarsely
YAWP, verb. (intransitive) clamor, utter loud complaints
YAWP, noun. A yelp or bark
YAWP, noun. Loud or coarse talk

Dictionary definition

YAWP, verb. Make a raucous noise.
YAWP, verb. Complain whiningly.

Wise words

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