phooey

English edit

Etymology edit

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

Pronunciation edit

Audio (AU) (file)
Rhymes: -uːi

Interjection edit

phooey

An expression of disgust, rejection, or disappointment.

Noun edit

phooey (uncountable)

(slang) hooey; nonsense

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