Definition of Yell
Yell
yell


Definition/Meaning
(noun)
a loud shout or cry, usually made as a sharp expression of pain or delight;

e.g. He gave a yell because he had stepped on a thorny branch and hurt his foot.

(noun)
(American) an organized and rhythmic cheer, usually given to support an athletic team in a school or college/university;

e.g. The crowd gave a yell when their team scored a point in the game.

(verb)
to give a loud shout or cry, usually as a sharp expression of pain or delight, or to say something in such a voice;

e.g. I heard her yell my name from downstairs but I didn't try to see what she wanted.



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