Definition of "yelp" in English

noun

1. An abrupt, high-pitched noise or utterance.

   • The puppy let out a yelp when I stepped on her tail.

2. A type of emergency vehicle siren sounding quicker and more intense than the wail.

verb

1. To utter an abrupt, high-pitched noise.

   • The children yelped with delight as they played in the cold water.