The word "hollerings" refers to loud, shrill sounds or shouts. It is pronounced /ˈhɒlərɪŋz/ with the stress on the first syllable. The word can be spelled with either one or two L’s after the O depending on the regional variety of English being spoken. Additionally, the ING ending is used to indicate the present participle form of the verb "holler". While not commonly used in everyday conversation, "hollerings" can be found in literature, especially when describing animal or human vocalizations.
The word "hollerings" is derived from the verb "holler", which originated from Middle English "holowen" or "holwen". Ultimately, it can be traced back to the Old English word "holh", meaning "cavity" or "hole". Over time, "holh" evolved into "hole", and "holler" came to mean "to shout or call loudly". The addition of the suffix "-ings" turns the verb "holler" into a noun, referring to multiple instances of loud shouting or calls.