Meaning of the word jeer in English

What does jeer mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

jeer

US /dʒɪr/
UK /dʒɪr/

Verb

1.

to laugh or shout insults at someone to show you have no respect for them:

Example:
The people in the back of the hall jeered the speaker.

Noun

1.

a way of laughing and shouting insults at someone to show a lack of respect:

Example:
The news that the performance was being canceled was greeted by boos and jeers from the audience.
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