noun
- a person who makes unsolicited comments or whistles at strangers in public, typically of a sexual or harassing nature
Usage: informal; often considered offensive or disrespectful
Examples
- She was annoyed by the catcaller on the street corner.
- The city has launched campaigns to discourage catcallers from harassing pedestrians.
- Many women report feeling unsafe when confronted by catcallers during their daily commute.
- He was called out for being a catcaller after making inappropriate remarks to a stranger.
- Catcallers often don't realize how their behavior makes others feel uncomfortable and unsafe.