tallyho

Definition

Used to urge on a fox hunt, especially when the fox is sighted.

Etymology

1772, UK, probably alteration of French taïaut (interjection used in deer-hunting), from Middle French tahou, tayo, from Old French taho, ta ho, tielau (interjection given to hounds to return) (second half of 13th century), composed of ta (particle used to prod animals) + ho ! (“halt!, hold!”). More at ho.

Example Sentences

• "There he is! Coming out of that coppice! Tallyho tallyho tallyho!"
• "Here goes the Lord with one of his famous "Tallyho" pullouts. Tallyho!"
• "Tallyho, chaps! What's the time, anybody?"