noun

1. A cheer often associated with sailors, shouted by a group in praise of a thing or event.

verb

1. To cheer with a huzzah sound.

interjection

1. Used as a call for coordinated physical effort, as in hoisting.

2. (sometimes humorous) Used as a cheer indicating exaltation, enjoyment or approval.

Synonyms: hooray, hurrah, hurray, heave, heave-ho