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bronx cheer
What does bronx cheer mean?
A loud, sarcastic jeer from the crowd, often a raspberry sound, expressing disapproval.
"The home fans gave the struggling closer a Bronx cheer as he left the mound."
Origin
1920s American slang, associated with rowdy crowds at New York ballparks, especially in the Bronx. The exact event that fixed the name is uncertain and the precise origin is disputed, though the term was firmly current by the 1920s.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Bronx cheer?
A rude raspberry sound blown to mock or jeer at someone.
Why is it called a Bronx cheer?
It is linked to rowdy New York sports crowds, particularly in the Bronx. The exact origin is disputed, so the borough association is more legend than firm fact.
Is a Bronx cheer the same as a raspberry?
Yes, the two terms are interchangeable for the same derisive tongue-and-lips sound.
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