yo-he-ho theory
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Noun
[edit]yo-he-ho theory (plural yo-he-ho theories)
- (linguistics, anthropology) A speculative theory that human language emerged from instinctive noises made by humans during physical exertion, and especially while involved in collective rhythmic labor.
- Synonym: yo-heave-ho theory
- Coordinate terms: bow-wow theory, ding-dong theory, pooh-pooh theory, ta-ta theory
Usage notes
[edit]- Originally intended to ridicule the theory.