outcry Meaning, Definition & Usage
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noun a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition
cry; shout; call; vociferation; yell.
- the speaker was interrupted by loud cries from the rear of the audience
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verb shout louder than
outshout.
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verb utter aloud; often with surprise, horror, or joy
exclaim; call out; cry; cry out; shout.
- `I won!' he exclaimed
- `Help!' she cried
- `I'm here,' the mother shouted when she saw her child looking lost
WordNet
Out"cry` noun
Definitions
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A vehement or loud cry; a cry of distress, alarm, opposition, or detestation; clamor. -
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