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clamour

UK/ˈklæmə(r)/US/'klæmә/
TOEFLC2

Definitions

n.

A loud continuous noise or vehement outcry (British spelling of clamor).

喧嚣声;强烈呼声(clamor 的英式拼法)

v.

To demand something loudly and persistently.

吵嚷;大声要求

Root Breakdown

Root-derived
clamcry out, shout, call
+
-ourone who does, agent
=clamour

British spelling of clamor — same word, same meaning. See clamor for the full breakdown.

Root claim still carries 24 more words

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The clamour for reform could no longer be ignored.

  • 2.

    Protesters clamoured outside the gates of parliament.

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