Cheerleader
/ˈtʃɪə(ɹ)ˌliːdə(ɹ)/ noun
noun ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
Noun
- 1 A person, usually a young, attractive female, who encourages applause and cheers at a sports event, and wearing a specially-designed uniform in the official colors of the team he/she cheers for. US
- 2 someone who leads the cheers by spectators at a sporting event wordnet
- 3 A person who rallies support for any cause. figuratively
"Given these sentiments, it is unsurprising that ultranationalists have been the main cheerleaders of closer Russia-North Korea relations."
- 4 an enthusiastic and vocal supporter wordnet
Example
More examples"I hope to try out for cheerleader."
Etymology
From cheer + leader.