hear, hear

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English

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Etymology

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From 1689. Imperative, used as an exclamation to call attention to a speaker; now a general cry of approbation.

Interjection

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hear, hear

  1. (often after a toast) Let us hear and applaud the previous speaker; I endorse the previous statement; expression of support, agreement, or enthusiasm for what has just been said.
    Hearty congratulations are in order to Selma for her successful completion of the curriculum. / Hear, hear!

Usage notes

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An occasion where this phrase appears commonly is parliaments with the Westminster system, e.g. UK, as the members are not allowed to applaud.

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Translations

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See also

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References

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Further reading

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