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Webster 1913 Edition


Catcall

Cat′callˊ

,
Noun.
A sound like the cry of a cat, such as is made in playhouses to express dissatisfaction with a play; also, a small shrill instrument for making such a noise.
Upon the rising of the curtain. I was very much surprised with the great consort of
catcalls
which was exhibited.
Addison.

Webster 1828 Edition


Catcall

CATCALL

,
Noun.
A squeaking instrument, used in play-houses to condemn plays.