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shout

Dictionary definition · shout

noun

  1. a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition"the speaker was interrupted by loud cries from the rear of the audience"

verb

  1. utter in a loud voice; talk in a loud voice (usually denoting characteristic manner of speaking)"My grandmother is hard of hearing — you'll have to shout"
  2. utter a sudden loud cry"she cried with pain when the doctor inserted the needle"
  3. utter aloud; often with surprise, horror, or joy"‘I won!’ he exclaimed"
  4. use foul or abusive language towards"The actress abused the policeman who gave her a parking ticket"

Source: Open English WordNet (CC BY 4.0).