cry

US /kraɪ/

UK /kraɪ/

A1

verb

  • To sound an animal may make to call its family
  • To shout out, usually in surprise or pain
  • To produce tears and sounds because of pain

noun

  • The characteristic sound made by an animal.
  • A slogan or motto.
  • A loud utterance; a shout or scream.
  • Making tears in your eyes due to emotions

other

  • To demand something publicly.

other

  • To utter a loud call or shout.
  • To shed tears, typically as an expression of distress, pain, or sorrow.

Examples

(figurative) He was a fatherly shoulder to cry on when things went wrong.

a cry of despair/delight