coochy coo

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English[edit]

Alternative forms[edit]

Etymology[edit]

Uncertain. Perhaps imitative of a baby’s vocalizations. Compare coo. Attested from the late 19th century, with coochey, oochy a bit earlier.[1]

Interjection[edit]

coochy coo

  1. An affectionate vocalization normally used towards a baby.

Noun[edit]

coochy coo (plural coochy coos)

  1. An instance of saying coochy coo; an affectionate vocalization to a baby.

References[edit]

  1. ^ coochy-coo, int.”, in OED Online Paid subscription required, Oxford, Oxfordshire: Oxford University Press, launched 2000.