hip hip hurrah
Celebratory group shout
Hip hip hurrah is a cheer of celebration or congratulation, typically led by one person who calls out "hip hip" while others respond with "hurrah." The pattern usually repeats three times: Hip hip hurrah! Hip hip hurrah! Hip hip hurrah!
The cheer marks toasts, victories, and ceremonial moments, though it sounds old-fashioned in casual settings.
Also spelled hip hip hooray.
- huzzahExclamation of triumph
- acclaimEnthusiastic public approval
- ovationExtended audience applause
- standing ovationApplause while risen
- cheerJoyfulness or encouragement
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