Dec 6, 2016 · The meaning of CRIER is one that cries.

CRIER definition: a person who cries. See examples of crier used in a sentence.

Definition of crier noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

The "somoneor" (mod. "semonneur"), or court crier, adjourned and called the court to order and announced its orders or directions.

1. One that cries, such as a person who sheds tears more readily than others. 2. See town crier. 3. See hawker. 4. An official who announces the orders of a court of law.

If there were dreams to sell, Merry and sad to tell, And the crier rang the bell, What would you buy?

Dec 11, 2025 · An officer who proclaims the orders or directions of a court, or who gives public notice by loud proclamation, such as a town crier.

There are six meanings listed in OED's entry for the noun crier, one of which is labelled obsolete. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence.

Crier definition: One that cries, such as a person who sheds tears more readily than others.

• The old town crier was an advertiser. • Mr Chittenden resigned from his post as Chester's town crier last year. • Even the town crier of nearby Faringdon was on hand to give an official …