Definitions

1. verb

to make a short, high-pitched cry, typically of a dog or other animal.

“The puppy let out a loud yap when it saw the stranger.”

2. noun

a short, high-pitched sound, typically made by a dog.

“The yap of the dog echoed through the valley.”

3. verb

to talk or chatter in a foolish or annoying way.

“She spent the evening yap about her latest gossip.”

4. noun

a foolish or annoying talk or chatter.

“The yap of the gossip column filled the newsstand.”