huer
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Noun — A person who shouts a warning or raises an alarm.
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Etymology
Built from the verb "hue" (to shout or raise a cry) plus the agent suffix "-er" — literally, "one who hues."
Full origin of huer →Frequently asked questions
What does “huer” mean?
The word “huer” means a person who shouts a warning or raises an alarm. In plain terms, someone whose job or role is to cry out an alarm — most specifically the old Cornish fish-spotter on the clifftop.
How do you use “huer” in a sentence?
Here is “huer” used in a sentence: “The huer's cry sent everyone running for the doors.”
What part of speech is “huer”?
“Huer” is a noun.
How many meanings does “huer” have?
“Huer” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person who shouts a warning or raises an alarm.