Source etymology 1
Original entry ↗A cheerful attitude; happiness; a good, happy, or positive mood. · That which promotes good spirits or cheerfulness, especially food and entertainment prepared for a festive occasion. · A cry expressing joy, approval or support, such as "hurrah". · A chant made in support of a team at a sports event.
To gladden; to make cheerful; often with up. · To infuse life, courage, animation, or hope, into; to inspirit; to solace or comfort. · To encourage to do something. · To applaud or encourage with cheers or shouts.
From Middle English chere, from Anglo-Norman chere, from Old French chiere (“head, face; appearance; reception, hospitality; meal, dinner, food”) (Modern French chère), from Late Latin cara (“head”).
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This page abbreviates 3 auxiliary source items. The etymology narrative is not shortened. Omission counts are available in the audit fields below; consult the original for complete auxiliary material.
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