ooh

ooh
/ooh/, interj.
1. (used to express amazement, satisfaction, excitement, etc.)
n.
2. the exclamation "ooh."
v.i.
3. to utter or exclaim "ooh."
4. ooh and aah, to exclaim in wonder or admiration: The crowds oohed and aahed at the spectacular fireworks.
[1915-20]

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