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Definition of woot

woot    

interjection

  • an expression of excitement or joy, used mostly by computer aficionados. Typically the "w" is written in lower case. Though the term was originally limited to use on the Internet, it is now used in speech. Also spelled "w00t". (That is - using zeroes rather than oh's.)
    I just finished making my game modification. woot!
                                                                                                                                                               

    Citation from "Oxford adds woot! to dictionary", The Register, John Oates, 18th August 2011 censored in hope of resolving Google's penalty against this site.

    Last edited on May 14 2013. Submitted by Norm from Ft Worth, TX, USA on Dec 20 2001.

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  • Among other etymologies, in "Dungeons and Dragons" and similar games, "woot" may be a contraction of "wow, loot." "Loot" is valuable items that defeated monsters leave behind.

    Last edited on May 17 2011. Submitted by Tim R. on Jul 08 2009.

  • Another suggested etymology is "we owned [the] other team", from multi-player online gaming.

    Last edited on May 14 2013. Submitted by Anonymous on Apr 23 2013.

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Other terms relating to 'computer slang':

Definitions include: "something".
Definitions include: one unit of approval of something posted to the web.
Definitions include: "hacker".
Definitions include: Used frequently in online gaming.
Definitions include: one-off solutions that deal with some special case, rather than a more all-encompassing solution.
Definitions include: a pejorative term for both the MPAA (Motion Picture Association of America) and RIAA (Recording Industry Association of America), likening them to the mafia.
Definitions include: the level to which something is bogus.
Definitions include: acronym for "you have been trolled", i.e. you have fallen victim to an internet troll.
Definitions include: variant of "LOL" (i.e. "laugh out loud".)
Definitions include: to skip a pre-arranged meeting, especially a date.
Definitions include: acronym for "holy fucking shit".
Definitions include: the words and phrases that are (mostly) unique to communication on the world wide web.
Definitions include: a form of shareware where, in lieu of the "registration" fee, the author asks that users donate to a charity.
Definitions include: with heavy usage.
Definitions include: acronym for "Oh my Lady Gaga".

Other terms relating to 'exclamations (list of)':

Definitions include: variant of "hell to the yes".
Definitions include: intensifier, usually expressing confusion or displeasure.
Definitions include: for sure; certainly.
Definitions include: "for sure".
Definitions include: an expression of disbelief or surprise.
Definitions include: variant of "for God's sake".
Definitions include: praise, congratulations, or thanks.
Definitions include: an emphatic "no".
Definitions include: exclamation of surprise.
Definitions include: intensifier, used with an interrogative.
Definitions include: okay.
Definitions include: an emphatic "yes".
Definitions include: A casual observance of someone you find very attractive.
Definitions include: buttocks.
Definitions include: "for sure".

Other terms relating to 'games (related to)':

Definitions include: aggravation.
Definitions include: "ridiculous".
Definitions include: a competition employed to determine the ownership of an object when ownership is in dispute.
Definitions include: abbreviated form of "shoot 'em up".
Definitions include: in a betting situation, the option most likely to win.
Definitions include: someone who is new to a particular group, activity, game, field of study, etc.
Definitions include: a person who has not had their first kiss or has never French kissed.
Definitions include: a videogame that requires mashing buttons to play, rather than finesse.
Definitions include: a women with a larger than average butt, but still firm and fit.
Definitions include: someone who is new to a particular group, activity, game, field of study, etc.
Definitions include: a revealing characteristic, especially in poker.
Definitions include: to get the last card in Texas Hold'em.
Definitions include: a disappointing event.
Definitions include: hung-over from alcohol.
Definitions include: acronym for "face the wall."

Other terms relating to 'money':

Definitions include: money.
Definitions include: money in general.
Definitions include: a five dollar bill.
Definitions include: a very attractive person; "a perfect ten".
Definitions include: a thousand.
Definitions include: a five pound note.
Definitions include: one thousand dollars.
Definitions include: to yell at someone; "blow up".
Definitions include: a $100 bill.
Definitions include: money used to start a business.
Definitions include: vocal imitation of the sound of an old-style analog cash register.
Definitions include: the main source of income for a business.
Definitions include: a very good, trusted friend, often from childhood; "homie"; "boy".
Definitions include: money.
Definitions include: in agreement.

Other terms relating to 'to be happy, feel good':

Definitions include: to be extremely happy.
Definitions include: to feel great.
Definitions include: to feel very good.
Definitions include: to cheer up.
Definitions include: exclamation of joy.
Definitions include: the pleasant feeling after sexual intercourse.
Definitions include: to cheer up.
Definitions include: to feel great.

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Definitions include: see woot.

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