Of uncertain origin, it seems to have been derived from the obsolete ‘whoot’ which essentially is another way to say ‘hoot’ which itself is a shout or derisive laugh. Other sources suggest that it might be a corruption of root, shouted by hackers when they obtain root-level access in a targeted system. Still others suggest a portmanteau of wow and loot, as might be uttered in (for example) online gaming when a cache of treasure or another valuable item is discovered.

w00t!

1. (Internet slang) Used to express joy, particularly that felt during success or victory.

   w00t I’ve won this special item.

Just to make sure It’s not alphabet O it’s a zero, like w00t!

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