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English word origin

Etymology of yeep

Onomatopoeic.

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Unnumbered source etymology

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noun

A quiet yelp or scream.

intj

An expression of surprise or dismay

Selected source glosses provide context, not a complete modern definition inventory

Onomatopoeic.

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