Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
barracking
noun
/ˈbær.ək.ɪŋ/
Definition
The act of vocally supporting or heckling, especially in a sporting context.
Examples
- During the football match, the crowd’s barracking for their team was deafening.
- He faced barracking from the audience for his controversial statements.
- Fans were barred from barracking at the event, which made the atmosphere quite dull.
Meaning
Barracking refers to the enthusiastic vocal support or criticism of a team or individual, often in a public setting like a sports event.
Synonyms
- Cheering
- Heckling
- Applauding
- Shouting
