Whooping (as a noun) refers to a loud, sharp cry or shout often used to express excitement, approval, or enthusiasm; it can also describe a distinctive, high-pitched sound associated with a whoop. In informal contexts, it denotes energetic celebration or praise. The term commonly appears in phrases like 'a round of whooping applause' or 'a whooping cough' (though the latter uses a different meaning of 'whoop').
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