n.
Pronunciation: ' chir
Function: noun
Etymology: Middle English chere face, cheer, from Anglo-French, face, from Medieval Latin cara, probably from Greek kara head, face ― more at CEREBRAL
Date: 13th century
1 a obsolete : FACE b archaic : facial expression
2 : state of mind or heart : SPIRIT <be of good cheer ― Mount 9:2(AV)>
3 : lightness of mind and feeling : ANIMATION , GAIETY
4 : hospitable entertainment : WELCOME
5 : food and drink for a feast : FARE
6 : something that gladdens <words of cheer >
7 : a shout of applause or encouragement