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Pooh

Verb / pu: / Another word for pooh — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

an expression of disgust or contempt, often used to describe something that smells bad

phew yuck ugh blech ick gross disgusting nauseating revolting repulsive foul stinky odorous malodorous smelly rank fetid putrid rotten moldy

Informal

pooh-pooh scoff at disdain dismiss

Usage note

Primarily used as a verb, often hyphenated as 'pooh-pooh'. It expresses dismissal or contempt, usually in an informal context.

'Pooh!' said Piglet again. 'Oh!' said Christopher Robin. 'Did you make that noise, Piglet?' 'No,' said Piglet. 'It was Pooh.' - A.A. Milne, Winnie-the-Pooh
'Pooh,' he whispered. - A.A. Milne, The House at Pooh Corner
Pooh nodded thoughtfully. 'It's the same thing,' he said. - A.A. Milne, The House at Pooh Corner

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