Cheerleader

Pronunciation: /ˈtʃɪrˌliːdər/

Cheerleader (noun)

  1. A person who leads chants and cheers to encourage a sports team or other group during events.
  2. A performer who combines cheering with dance or routines to entertain the crowd at games.

Examples

  • The cheerleader encouraged the team during every match.
  • The team supporter cheered loudly when the game started.