1. an exclamation used to express approval, encouragement, or celebration
Usage: common in social and sporting contexts
2. a toast or expression of goodwill before drinking
Usage: used when raising a glass

1. shouts of approval or encouragement, typically from a crowd
Usage: plural form; often used in sports

1. to shout approval or encouragement
Usage: transitive or intransitive

Examples

• The crowd cheered when the home team scored a goal.
• Cheers! Let's raise our glasses to the happy couple.
• The audience erupted in cheers as the performer took the stage.
• She cheered loudly from the sidelines during the game.
• Cheers for helping me move into my new apartment!
• The fans cheered their favorite player as he walked onto the field.