whoop
— Noun
– English
~ a loud hooting cry of exultation or excitement
war whoop
— Noun
– English
~ a yell intended to rally a group of soldiers in battle
whoop
— Verb
– English
~ shout, as if with joy or enthusiasm; "The children whooped when they were led to the picnic table"
whoop
— Verb
– English
~ cough spasmodically; "The patient with emphysema is hacking all day"
whoop it up
— Verb
– English
~ celebrate noisily, often indulging in drinking; engage in uproarious festivities; "The members of the wedding party made merry all night"; "Let's whoop it up--the boss is gone!"