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    outcry
    /ˈaʊtkrʌɪ/

    noun

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  2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishOUTCRY | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

    OUTCRY definition: 1. a strong expression of anger and disapproval about something, made by a group of people or by…. Learn more.

  3. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › outcryOutcry - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

    An outcry is an outburst or shout — either by one person, or by a group of people. Faced with the outcry of three kids under the age of ten, a frustrated babysitter may give in, letting them stay up past bedtime.

  4. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › outcryOutcry Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

    1. a. : a loud cry : clamor. b. : a vehement protest. 2. : auction. Synonyms. clamor. howl. hubbub. hue and cry. hullabaloo. noise. roar. tumult. uproar. vociferation. See all Synonyms & Antonyms in Thesaurus. Examples of outcry in a Sentence. They were surprised by the outcry against the casino proposal.

  5. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionaryOUTCRY | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

    a strong expression of anger and disapproval about something, made by a group of people or by the public: The release from prison of two of the terrorists has provoked a public outcry. SMART Vocabulary: related words and phrases. Opposing & against. active resistance.

  6. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishOUTCRY definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

    An outcry is a reaction of strong disapproval and anger shown by the public or media about a recent event. The killing caused an international outcry. There was public outcry from those opposed to abortion.

  7. www.dictionary.com › browse › outcryOUTCRY Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com

    Outcry definition: a strong and usually public expression of protest, indignation, or the like.. See examples of OUTCRY used in a sentence.

  8. www.thefreedictionary.com › outcryOutcry - definition of outcry by The Free Dictionary

    1. a widespread or vehement protest. 2. clamour; uproar. 3. (Stock Exchange) commerce a method of trading in which dealers shout out bids and offers at a prearranged meeting: sale by open outcry. vb, -cries, -crying or -cried. ( tr) to cry louder or make more noise than (someone or something)

  9. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › us › definitionoutcry noun - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage notes...

    outcry (at/over/against something) a reaction of anger or strong protest shown by people in public. an outcry over the proposed change; The new tax provoked a public outcry. There was outcry at the judge's statement.

  10. www.dictionary.com › browse › outcryOUTCRY Definition & Usage Examples | Dictionary.com

    How to use . outcry in a sentenceWhen cities started adding chlorine to their water supplies, in the early 1900s, it set off public outcry.

  11. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionaryOUTCRY | definition in the Cambridge Learner’s Dictionary

    OUTCRY meaning: a strong public expression of anger and disapproval about a recent event or decision: . Learn more.