wah-wah

English dictionary entry

Meanings

adj
  1. Modifying the resonance of musical notes to produce the effect of a human voice.
intj
  1. The sad trombone sound, used to indicate failure or disappointment, often used mockingly.
noun
  1. A wavering sound produced by means of a movable mute or by electronic means.
verb
  1. To make a wah-wah sound.

Word forms

wah-wah wah wah wah-wahs wah-wahing wah-wahed

Etymology

Imitative.

Synonyms

Derived words

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