Crier

/ˈkraɪər/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A person who cries out; a town crier, especially one who makes public announcements.

The town crier rang his bell and shouted the latest news to the gathered crowd.

A person who cries, especially in a loud or public manner.

The children's crier was heard throughout the playground as he wailed for his lost toy.

An official announcer, especially in historical contexts.

In medieval times, the crier would proclaim the king's decrees for all to hear.

Middle English, from the verb 'cry', derived from Old French 'crier', from Latin 'clairare' meaning 'to shout'.

town crier

A person who makes public announcements in the streets.

crier of the court

An official who calls cases in a court of law.

cry

To make a loud vocal sound of distress or emotion.

weeper

Someone who weeps, often associated with expressing grief.

A person who dramatically complains or expresses sadness.

Stop being such a crier about the breakup.

Someone who is overly emotional in public.

He's such a crier, always getting teary in movies.