shoutv. i.[OE. shouten, of unknown origin; perhaps akin to shoot; cf. Icel. skta, skti, a taunt.]1. To utter a sudden and loud outcry, as in joy, triumph, or exultation, or to attract attention, to animate soldiers, etc.()Shouting of the men and women eke. (Chaucer.)They shouted thrice: what was the last cry for? (Shak.)2. To entertain with refreshments or the like gratuitously; to treat.()To shout at, to utter shouts at; to deride or revile with shouts.()v. t.1. To utter with a shout; to cry; -- sometimes with out; as, to shout, or to shout out, a man's name.()2. To treat with shouts or clamor.(Bp. Hall.)3. To treat (one) to something; also, to give (something) by way of treating.()n.1. A loud burst of voice or voices; a vehement and sudden outcry, especially of a multitudes expressing joy, triumph, exultation, or animated courage.()The Rhodians, seeing the enemy turn their backs, gave a great shout in derision. (Knolles.)2. A gratuitous entertainment, with refreshments or the like; a treat.()