clamour
UK/ˈklæmə(r)/US/'klæmә/
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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-derivedBritish spelling of clamor — same word, same meaning. See clamor for the full breakdown.
Root claim still carries 24 more wordsExample Sentences
- 1.
The clamour for reform could no longer be ignored.
- 2.
Protesters clamoured outside the gates of parliament.