The meaning of YELP is a sharp shrill bark or cry (as of a dog or turkey); also : squeal. How to use yelp in a sentence.

Dogs will often feign injury by yelping to gain the upper hand over other puppies during play.

Mar 7, 2026 · yelping Other forms: yelpings Definitions of yelping noun a sharp high-pitched cry (especially by a dog) synonyms: yelp, yip

To utter a short, sharp bark or cry: excited dogs yelping; yelped in pain when the bee stung.

Jul 28, 2023 · Noun yelping (plural yelpings) The act of producing a yelp. the frenzied yelpings of the huntsman's dogs

The word 'yelping' originated from the Middle English word 'yelpen', which means 'to boast or brag'. Over time, the meaning evolved to refer to the sharp, high-pitched cries or barks made by animals, …

There are three meanings listed in OED's entry for the noun yelping, one of which is labelled obsolete. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence.