Outcry (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

noun, plural out·cries.
  1. a strong and usually public expression of protest, indignation, or the like.
  2. a crying out.
  3. loud clamor.
  4. an auction.
verb (used with object), out·cried, out·cry·ing.
  1. to outdo in crying; cry louder than.
noun (ˈaʊtˌkraɪ) plural -cries
  1. a widespread or vehement protest
  2. clamour; uproar
  3. a method of trading in which dealers shout out bids and offers at a prearranged meeting
verb (ˌaʊtˈkraɪ) -cries, -crying or -cried
  1. to cry louder or make more noise than (someone or something)
Outcry (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

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