English Explanatory Dictionary

heave-ho

English dictionary entry

Meanings

intj
  1. An exclamation used when pulling, especially by sailors while pulling on a rope.
noun
  1. A cry of heave-ho.
  2. An ejection; a forced removal; a dismissal (as from a job or relationship).
verb
  1. To pull forcefully.

Pronunciation

/ˌhiv ˈhoʊ/

Word forms

heave-ho heave ho heave-o heave-hoes heave-hos heave-hoing heave-hoed

Etymology

From Middle English have howe.

Synonyms

yeave-ho

Derived words

yo-heave-ho to give someone the heave-ho
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