English Reference
noun

shouting

n.
US /ˈʃaʊtɪŋ/ UK /ʃˈaʊtɪŋ/ shout·ing

  1. 01 A2 Elementary

    the sound of people calling out very loudly.

    the audible occurrence of loud vocalisation, often collective or chaotic.

    Simple

    There was a lot of shouting in the street after the game ended.

    In context

    The sudden shouting from the courtyard startled the guests, who had been enjoying a quiet dinner until that moment.

    Usage

    Often used as an uncountable noun to describe a general state of noise.

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Level A2 · Elementary
Frequency Frequent
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