phooey

English

Etymology

Probably from Yiddish פֿוי (foy), from German pfui, influenced by phoo.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˈfuːi/
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  • Rhymes: -uːi

Interjection

phooey

  1. An expression of disgust, rejection, or disappointment.

Noun

phooey (uncountable)

  1. (slang) hooey; nonsense