General
roar
What does roar mean?
To cry or sob. In Yorkshire 'roaring' means crying, not shouting.
"She were roaring her eyes out over that film."
Origin
Yorkshire/Northern dialect sense of 'roar' meaning to weep loudly.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'roar' mean in Yorkshire?
It means to cry or weep, so 'roaring' is sobbing, not shouting.
Why does 'roar' mean crying in the North?
It's a dialect sense of 'roar' meaning to weep loudly, distinct from the standard meaning.
How is 'roar' used to mean cry?
As in 'roaring her eyes out', meaning crying heavily.
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