Toot

usgb/tuːt/
noun

A short, low sound that a horn or similar thing makes.

I heard the toot of a car horn outside.
Visual representation of "toot" - A short, low sound that a horn or similar thing makes.

Often appears as...

  • toot of a horn
  • sudden toot
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Visual representation of "toot"
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Sound Signal

Used to get attention in a nonverbal way, often in traffic.

Illustration for Sound Signal
The bus driver gave a toot to alert pedestrians.
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Brief Alert

'Toot' is for short, urgent sounds, not for continuous noise.

Illustration for Brief Alert
A toot from a bicycle bell signaled someone was passing.
Visual representation of the word "Toot"

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