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单词 Bronx cheer
释义

Bronx cheer

noun

ˈbräŋ(k)s- How to pronounce Bronx cheer (audio)
: raspberry sense 2

Synonyms

  • bird [chiefly British]
  • boo
  • catcall
  • hiss
  • hoot
  • jeer
  • raspberry
  • razz
  • snort
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Example Sentences

a baseball legend who seems never to have forgotten the Bronx cheer he once received from the hometown ingrates

Word History

Etymology

Bronx, borough of New York City

First Known Use

1924, in the meaning defined above

Bronx cheer

noun

as in snort
a vocal sound made to express scorn or disapproval a baseball legend who seems never to have forgotten the Bronx cheer he once received from the hometown ingrates

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • snort
  • boo
  • sneer
  • snicker
  • smirk
  • taunt
  • jeer
  • raspberry
  • hiss
  • bird
  • razz
  • snigger
  • catcall
  • hoot
  • whistle
  • jibe
  • gibe
  • put-down

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • cheer
  • applause
  • clapping
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