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screamer

C2
noun

Pronunciation

UK

  • /skrˈiːmə/

US

  • /ˈskrimər/

Description

A "screamer" is often someone who screams or yells a lot, whether from anger, fear, or excitement. But the word also has other lively uses. In sports, especially soccer, it can mean a very fast, powerful shot or a great long-range goal. In newspapers, it can mean a big, shocking headline made to grab attention right away. And in horror or online videos, a "screamer" can be a sudden scary moment meant to make you jump.

Examples

  1. 1

    Crying baby

    The baby was a real screamer on the overnight flight.

  2. 2

    Noisy animal

    Our neighbor’s dog is a screamer whenever anyone comes near the gate.

  3. 3

    Football goal

    He won the match with an absolute screamer from outside the box.

    • Domain

      a screamer

      in football, a very powerful or impressive shot or goal

Forms and spellings

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Main spelling

  • screamernoun