Hoot (EP) definition

(1) Something of little value

"His promise is not worth a damn"

"Not worth one red cent"

"Not worth shucks"

(2) A loud raucous cry (as of an owl)

(3) A cry or noise made to express displeasure or contempt

(4) To utter a loud clamorous shout

"The toughs and blades of the city hoot and bang their drums, drink arak, play dice, and dance"

(5) Utter the characteristic sound of owls