n. weak shrill cry of a young bird. v. make such a cry. [imitative] cheer n. 1 shout of encouragement or applause. 2 mood, disposition (full of good cheer). 3 (in pl.; as int) colloq. a expressing good wishes on parting or before drinking. b expressing gratitude. v. 1 a applaud with shouts. b (usu. foll. by on) urge with shouts. 2 shout for joy. 3 gladden; comfort. j. cheer up make or become less depressed. [Latin tarn face, from Greek]
