Meaning of the word "barrack for" in English

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barrack for

US /ˈber.ək fɔːr/

UK /ˈber.ək fɔːr/

to express support or encouragement for a team or person, especially loudly

Example:

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The crowd began to barrack for their home team as the game intensified.

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Even though they were losing, their fans continued to barrack for them enthusiastically.

Synonym:

cheer for support root for applaud encourage

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