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Meaning of Cry
to produce tears or to utter loud, typically high-pitched sounds, often as an expression of emotion
Definitions
- To produce tears as a result of strong emotion, such as sadness or pain
- * To utter loud, typically high-pitched sounds, often as an expression of emotion, such as sadness, pain, or joy
- * To proclaim or announce something loudly or publicly
Etymology of Cry
The word "cry" comes from Old English "crīan", which is also the source of the Modern English word "cry"
The Old English term is derived from the Proto-Germanic word "krīan", which is also the source of the Modern German word "kreischen", meaning "to shriek" or "to scream"
The Proto-Germanic term is thought to be derived from the Proto-Indo-European root "ghere-", which meant "to cry out" or "to call"
Example Uses
- The baby began to cry when she was separated from her mother
- * The crowd cried out in shock when the news was announced
- * The player cried foul when the referee made the controversial call