catcall

/ˈkætkɔl/

Definitions

1. noun

a loud, typically obscene or harassing, shout made at someone, especially a woman, in public.

“The catcall from the construction worker made her feel uncomfortable and unsafe on the street.”

2. verb

to shout or call out to someone, typically in a loud, harassing, or obscene manner.

“The group of teenagers were catcalling the singer on stage, trying to distract her from her performance.”

Synonyms

  • harass
  • heckle

Antonyms

  • compliment
  • praise