boo

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The only boo-boo is the lack of a 3. 5mm jack but even though I'm one of those who really like music, I found this to be just a small problem.

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  1. noun A sound uttered to show contempt, scorn, or disapproval.
  2. noun Informal Any sound or word: You never said boo to me about overtime.
  3. interjection Used to express contempt, scorn, or disapproval or to frighten or surprise another.
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  • Fresh from her recent toe boo-boo, Kim Kardashian has been spotted looking healthy and happy at the launch party for the new BlackBerry 8330 Pink Curve at Intermix in —  StyleCritics
  • Michael Schumacher's dangerous hobby, Jimmie Johnson's finger boo-boo, and Helio's proclaimed innocence. —  FastMachines.com
  • While this BC boo-boo is no where near as impactful, it is a stark reminder of just how little BC matters in this market. —  Sports Media News
  • If the FCC receives any complaints about this new KFOX boo-boo, you can surely bet the station will be facing some pretty stiff fines. —  El Paso Days in Austin
  • Salt, what could Jen possibly have been doing on the set of her new film to get a boo-boo -- a basting injury, perhaps? —  X17 Online
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Used in the same context Used in the Same Context

catcall ·  battle-cries ·  slagging ·  harrumph ·  contemn ·  woot ·  ironware ·  huzza ·  hallelujahs ·  jeer ·  huzzahs ·  hand-clapping

Used in the same contextWord Family

boo:   boos ·  booed ·  booing
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