Bronx Cheer (Noun)
Meaning
A cry or noise made to express displeasure or contempt.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The audience responded with a loud Bronx cheer when the politician's name was announced.
- The comedian's off-color joke was met with a Bronx cheer from the crowd.
- The umpire's questionable call was greeted with a Bronx cheer from the fans.
- The mayor's proposal was met with a Bronx cheer from the community.
- The singer's off-key performance was accompanied by a Bronx cheer from the audience.