yo-ho-ho

yo-hōˈ or yo-hō-hōˈ interjection

1. Calling for attention

2. (also yo-heave-hōˈ) formerly, a sailors' chant while hauling on ropes

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Main Entry: ↑yo

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['yō ˌhō 'hō]

(also yo-ho) exclam.

1) dated used to attract attention

2) archaic Nautical a seaman's chant used while hauling ropes or performing other strenuous work