crier
2 synonyms and 0 antonyms for crier, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A person, historically, employed to announce public news or official notices aloud in a town.
Synonyms
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How to use crier
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old French crieor, from the verb crier, "to cry out or shout."
Full origin of crier →Frequently asked questions
What does “crier” mean?
The word “crier” means a person, historically, employed to announce public news or official notices aloud in a town. In plain terms, someone who cries or shouts out, most famously the historical "town crier" who announced public news.
How do you pronounce “crier”?
“Crier” is pronounced KREYE-uh (/ˈkɹaɪɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “crier” in a sentence?
Here is “crier” used in a sentence: “The town crier rang his bell and read the mayor's proclamation aloud.”
What part of speech is “crier”?
“Crier” is a noun.
Where does the word “crier” come from?
The word “crier” comes from Old French. From Old French crieor, from the verb crier, "to cry out or shout.".
How many meanings does “crier” have?
“Crier” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person, historically, employed to announce public news or official notices aloud in a town.