cry
|cry|
/kraɪ/
express emotion
Etymology
'cry' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'crier,' where 'crier' meant 'to shout or call out.'
'crier' transformed into the Middle English word 'crien,' and eventually became the modern English word 'cry.'
Initially, it meant 'to shout or call out,' but over time it evolved to include the act of shedding tears.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a loud vocal expression of emotion, often distress or pain.
The baby's cry woke everyone up.
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Noun 2
a demand or appeal for something.
The cry for justice was heard across the nation.
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Verb 1
to shed tears, often due to emotion such as sadness or joy.
She began to cry when she heard the sad news.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35