Definition of "bravo" []

• Used to express approval, especially of a performance. (interjection)
• A shout or cry of "bravo.” (noun)
• To express approval of by shouting "bravo.” (verb-transitive)
• To shout "bravo.” (verb-intransitive)
• A villain, especially a hired killer. (noun)

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• "Off they went highly delighted with the results of the interview, clapping their orator on the back, crying out _sh [= a] bash, sh [= a] bash, bravo, bravo_, and evidently believing the gift of the rupees as entirely due to the eloquence of their comrade."
• "Tasty stuff but whether or not it should be considered "muy bravo" is a matter of personal preference so don't be afraid to try it."
• "For a long time they watched the performance with delight, clapping and calling bravo like boys."