yelp
/jɛlp/
noun
- A short, sharp, high-pitched cry, especially one made by a dog or other animal.
- We heard a yelp from the backyard and ran to see what happened.
- A yelp of pain escaped the cat when it was startled.
- The fox let out a sudden yelp before disappearing into the woods.
- A short, sharp cry of pain, surprise, or excitement made by a person.
- She gave a little yelp when she stubbed her toe on the chair.
- His yelp of joy echoed through the stadium after the winning goal.
- I let out a yelp as the roller coaster plunged downward.
Synonyms
verb
- To make a short, sharp, high-pitched cry, typically of pain, surprise, or excitement.
- She yelped in surprise as the cold water hit her skin.
- The puppy yelped when I accidentally stepped on its tail.
- The dog yelped happily when its owner came home.
- To cry out or complain in a shrill or whining manner.
- The toddler yelped for more candy when his mother said no.
- Some customers yelped about the long wait at the restaurant.
- He yelped about the unfairness of the referee's call.