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Definition

To care about; to place value on something.

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In Context

  • "I don't care for a glorious name— / I wouldn't give a hoot for fame;"
  • "Give a hoot — don't pollute!"
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Also Said As

  • becare
  • bother
  • care
  • concern oneself
  • heed
  • mind
  • reck
  • trouble oneself
  • worry
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See Also

  • give two hoots
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Related Idioms

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give a hoot; give a damn (to care about; to place value on something)

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