phooey

interjection

phoo·​ey ˈfü-ē How to pronounce phooey (audio)
used to express repudiation or disgust

Examples of phooey in a Sentence

phooey, I can't believe we did so poorly in the rankings of the best places to live

Word History

First Known Use

1919, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of phooey was in 1919

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Cite this Entry

“Phooey.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/phooey. Accessed 29 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

phooey

interjection
phoo·​ey ˈfü-ē How to pronounce phooey (audio)
used to express disapproval or disgust
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