dah

/dɑː/

Definitions

1. interjection

an expression of triumph, excitement, or emphasis

“The crowd erupted in a loud ‘dah’ as the winning team was announced.”

2. noun

a symbol or unit of musical notation, representing a quarter note with an appoggiatura

“In music theory, a ‘dah’ is often used to illustrate a musical phrase.”

Synonyms

  • hurrah
  • hurray

Antonyms

  • boo
  • boo-hoo