whoof
Americannoun
verb (used without object)
interjection
Etymology
Origin of whoof
First recorded in 1760–70; imitative
Example Sentences
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By all signs, Mr. Rankin's bill was only the opening whoof in another general rush at the pension trough.
From Time Magazine Archive
Starting slowly, they pick up tremendous speed, whoof past the bomber like heaven-bent rockets.
From Time Magazine Archive
He took a deep breath, puffed out his cheeks and then whoof!
From "The BFG" by Roald Dahl
She saw the Giant take a deep breath and whoof, he blew through the trumpet.
From "The BFG" by Roald Dahl
Once more the priest's brawny arm flashed through the air, and struck with a "whoof!"
From Robin Hood by McSpadden, J. Walker (Joseph Walker)
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