interjection
cheers
CHEERZ/tʃɪrz/
An informal expression of goodwill.
Cheers, the friends say as they raise their glasses.
Etymology
From “face,” cheer came to mean the mood a face expresses, then especially gladness or good spirits. Its plural became a shout of encouragement and a drinking toast expressing goodwill.
In context
The bartender brings you your drinks, and right before you take a sip, the two of you touch glasses and say, - Cheers, - Cheers.
More examples
- “Cheers for the help,” she said as he finished carrying the bags.
- “Cheers, see you tomorrow!” he called as he left.
- They raised their cups and said, “Cheers!”
Forms
cheers
Similar words
- salute
- An acknowledgment or expression of respect, not always a toast.