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    Why is it called a 'wolf whistle' when men whistle at ladies?

    Question #70542. Asked by mrsoliverwood. (Sep 08 06 3:44 PM)


    Brainyblonde

    		Wolf-Whistling is commonly done to show appreciation for something or Someone.

    The term "Wolf-Whistle" developed around a slang use of the word "wolf" meaning a man who gives unwanted sexual attention to women. This was characterized in Looney Tunes cartoons from time to time.

    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wolf-whistling

    Sep 08 06, 3:59 PM
    zbeckabee

    		It wasn't until the 20th century that "wolf" came to mean a philanderer, but the root wise is the same. That expression led to "wolf call", "wolf whistle." and so on.

    http://www.alaska.net/~wolfsong/wolves_humans_myths.html

    Sep 08 06, 4:17 PM

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