shout out
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To publicly greet or acknowledge a person, group, or organization.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To speak when inappropriate, particularly in a school environment.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “shout out” mean?
To publicly greet or acknowledge a person, group, or organization.
Is “shout out” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.