What does HUZZA mean?

huzza

Part of Speech: interjection, noun, verb

Definition:

• Interjection: used to express joy or approval; hurrah.
• Noun: a cheer or shout of huzza.
• Verb: to cheer or shout huzza.

Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈhʌzə/
• UK: /ˈhʌzə/

Origin and Usage:

The word huzza originated in the 17th century, possibly from the Old French word huer meaning to shout. It was commonly used as an interjection to express joy or approval in the 18th and 19th centuries. Today, it is considered an old-fashioned word and is rarely used in modern English.

Synonyms:

• cheer
• hurrah
• yay

Related Words:

• hazel
• hazer
• hazed
• hazes
• hying

Example Sentences:

• Interjection: Huzza! They won the game!
• Noun: The crowd let out a loud huzza as the parade passed by.
• Verb: The fans huzzaed as the team scored the winning goal.