cheers

cheers · interjection

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Definitions

interjection

  1. 1.

    (interjection, British informal) Used to express gratitude or to say goodbye.

  2. 2.

    (interjection) A toast made before drinking; an expression wishing good health.

  3. 3.

    (noun, plural) Shouts of approval, encouragement, or celebration.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    three cheers — a traditional expression of praise (hip, hip, hooray!)
  • •
    cheers and jeers — a mix of positive and negative reactions

Related words

See also: celebration, cheer, thanks, toast
Synonyms: bottoms up, thank you, thanks, to your health

Etymology

From Middle English cheres, plural of chere ("face, expression"), from Old French chiere. The toast meaning developed from the sense of wishing someone good spirits.