cheer

  1. Noun.  (obsolete) The face. (defdate, 13th-16th c.) .
  2. Noun.  (obsolete) One's expression or countenance. (defdate, 13th-19th c.) .
  3. Noun.  (archaic) One's attitude, mood. (defdate, from 14th c.) .
  4. Noun.  (uncountable) A cheerful attitude; a nice disposition. (defdate, from 14th c.) .
  5. Noun.  A cry expressing joy, approval or support such as "hurray". (defdate, from 18th c.) .
  6. Noun.  A chant made in support of a team at a sports event.
  7. Verb.  (intransitive) To shout a cheer or cheers.

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