Meaning of 'crier'

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Meaning of ‘crier’

3 definitions found.

crier

noun

a peddler who shouts to advertise the goods he sells

noun

historically, a town official whose role was to share news and announcements with the common folk

Example: "Social media means anyone can become the modern equivalent of a town crier, broadcasting their news to a wide audience."

noun

a person who weeps

Synonyms: weeper

Source: WordNet 3.0 Copyright 2006 by Princeton University

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