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Definition clamor in American English

clamor noun

noun
/ˈklæmər/
1

a very loud noise made by a lot of people or things

Example

We suddenly heard a terrible clamor in the next room.

Example

I couldn't hear anything above the clamor of the crowd.

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2

urgent requests from a lot of people who want something to change or happen

Example

There is a growing clamor for the labeling of genetically modified foods.

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Definition clamor in American English