What does WHAMO mean?

Whamo

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A brand name for a type of toy or game.

Pronunciations: US: /ˈwæmoʊ/, UK: /ˈwɑːməʊ/

Origin and Usage: Whamo was first introduced in the United States in 1948. It is a brand name for a variety of toys and games, including frisbees, hula hoops, and superballs. The word "whamo" is believed to be a made-up word that was chosen for its catchy and memorable sound.

Synonyms: None

Related Words: Whack, Wharf, Whist, Whirl, Whisk

Example Sentences:

• He spent the afternoon playing with his Whamo frisbee in the park.
• The children were delighted with the new Whamo hula hoops that their parents had bought for them.
• She enjoyed playing with the Whamo superball, bouncing it off the walls and catching it again.