yell

/jɛl/
noun
  1. A loud, sharp cry or shout, usually expressing a strong emotion.
    • We heard a yell from the next room and ran to see what happened.
    • She let out a yell of surprise when she saw the spider.
    • A loud yell came from the crowd when the team scored.
  2. A rhythmic shout used by a group to encourage a team or show support, especially at a sports event.
    • The cheerleaders led the crowd in a yell for the home team.
    • The students practiced their school yell before the big game.
    • Everyone joined in the yell to boost the players' spirits.
verb
  1. To shout loudly, often because you are angry, excited, or in pain.
    • The coach yelled at the players to run faster.
    • The children yelled with joy when they saw the birthday cake.
    • She yelled for help when she saw the fire.
  2. To say something in a very loud voice so that someone far away can hear.
    • The tour guide yelled the meeting time so everyone could hear.
    • He yelled his order across the crowded restaurant.
    • I had to yell to my friend over the noise of the traffic.