Definition of: shout

(shout) noun
1. A sudden and loud outcry, such as a call or command, but also expressing emotion, as of joy, exultation, courage, or derision; a loud burst of voice or voices.
2. Austral. Slang a A free drink or round of drinks. b One's turn to buy drinks. c One's turn to pay.
—v.t. To utter with a shout; say or express loudly.
—v.i.
1. To utter a shout; cry out loudly.
2. Austral. Slang To buy drinks for another or others. See synonyms under CALL, ROAR. [Origin unknown]