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hue and cryˌhue and ˈcry noun [singular] written hue and cryOrigin: 1200-1300 hue from Old French, from huer ‘to shout’ - The bill has raised a hue and cry from the gay community.
- He had the right to arrest all poachers found within his bailiwick, and to raise the hue and cry upon them.
- Limping across the courtyard he was noticed by the sentry who promptly raised a hue and cry.
- The hue and cry started for you, but you could not be found.
- When foresters raised the hue and cry, the men of the neighbouring townships were bound to come and help them.
angry protests about something, usually from a group of people |