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語源

From cheer +‎ leader.

発音

• IPA: /ˈtʃɪə(ɹ)ˌliːdə(ɹ)/

名詞

cheerleader (plural cheerleaders)

1. (chiefly US) A person, usually a young, attractive female, who encourages applause and cheers at a sports event, and wearing a specially-designed uniform in the official colors of the team he/she cheers for.
2. (figuratively) A person who rallies support for any cause.

   Antonym: (humorous) gloomleader

   • 2023 November 17, “Russia and North Korea: A Growing Strategic Partnership”, in 38 North‎:

     Given these sentiments, it is unsurprising that ultranationalists have been the main cheerleaders of closer Russia-North Korea relations.

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