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Definition cheer in British English

cheer verb

verb
/tʃɪə(r)/
1

to give a loud shout of happiness or approval

Example

The crowd cheered and threw flowers to the 57-year-old tenor.

Example

The prince was cheered by a 10,000-strong audience.

2

if you are cheered by something such as a piece of news, it makes you happier or less worried

Example

He seemed genuinely cheered at the prospect of my arrival.

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Definition cheer in British English