grido

Definitions of grido
  1. noun
    a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition
    synonyms: chiamata
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    types:
    scroscio
    a very loud utterance (like the sound of an animal)
    osanna
    a cry of praise or adoration (to God)
    garrito, strido, strillo
    sharp piercing cry
  2. noun
    a loud utterance of emotion (especially when inarticulate)
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    types:
    lamento, urlo
    a cry of sorrow and grief
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