a hoot and a holler
Short distance, informally
A hoot and a holler is a short distance—close enough that you could shout and be heard: The store is just a hoot and a holler down the road.
The phrase is folksy and rural, mostly Southern and Appalachian American English.
It emphasizes neighborly proximity rather than precise measurement.
- shoutLoud vocal outburst
- stone's throwVery short distance
- laughterVocal expression of amusement
- belly laughLoud, uncontrolled amusement
- yellSpeak very loudly
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