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English > 2 senses of the word cheerleader:
NOUNperson cheerleaderan enthusiastic and vocal supporter
person cheerleadersomeone who leads the cheers by spectators at a sporting event
cheerleader > pronunciation
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English > cheerleader: 2 senses > noun 1, person
MeaningAn enthusiastic and vocal supporter.
Example"he has become a cheerleader for therapeutic cloning"
Broadersupporter, protagonist, champion, admirer, booster, friendA person who backs a politician or a team etc.
English > cheerleader: 2 senses > noun 2, person
Meaningsomeone who leads the cheers by spectators at a sporting event.
BroaderleaderA person who rules or guides or inspires others
Verbscheerleadact as a cheerleader in a sports event