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yelling

n. uncountable
B1 Intermediate US //ˈjɛɫɪŋ// UK //jˈɛlɪŋ// yelling

n. the act of shouting or speaking in a very loud voice. You usually do this when you are angry, excited, or trying to get someone's attention from far away.

n. the act of shouting or uttering loud, piercing cries. Often used to describe vocalised anger or a method of communication over a distance.


SIMPLE

I heard some yelling coming from the street outside.

CONTEXTUAL

The coach's constant yelling at the players during practice made the atmosphere very tense for everyone.

COMPLEX

Despite the thick walls of the old apartment building, the muffled sound of yelling from the neighbors occasionally disturbed her concentration during the quiet evening hours.

Synonyms
Origin

From Middle English yellynge, ȝellynge; equivalent to yell + -ing.

Usage

Typically functions as a gerund-noun; often preceded by possessive adjectives or verbs of perception like 'hear' or 'stop'.

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