A Shout A loud burst of voice or voices; a violent and sudden outcry, especially that of a multitude expressing joy, triumph, exultation, anger, or great effort. (UK, Australia, New Zealand, slang) A round of drinks in a pub; the turn to pay the shot or scot; an act of paying for a round of drinks. (UK, Australia, slang) A call-out for an emergency services team. (informal) A greeting, name-check or other mention, for example on a radio or TV program. Synonym: shout out (informal) A suggestion; an idea.