Meaning of the word crier in English

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crier

US /ˈkraɪ.ɚ/
UK /ˈkraɪ.ər/

Noun

1.

a person who makes public announcements, especially in a traditional or historical context

Example:
The town crier announced the king's decree.
In medieval times, a crier was an important source of news.
2.

a person who cries or weeps

Example:
She was a silent crier, her tears falling without a sound.
He's not much of a crier, even when he's sad.
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