1800s
Still common
Definition
To buy a round of drinks or pay for something on someone else's behalf.
Example Sentence
"It's my shout this round."
Where "Shout" Comes From
"Shout" comes from the old practice of calling out an order for the whole group at the bar and covering the bill yourself.
It's been standard Australian pub language since at least the 19th century.
How Aussies Actually Use It
It's most often used at the pub, where shouting rounds is a long-standing social custom of taking turns to pay.
It's also used more broadly for shouting someone a meal, a coffee, or a gift.
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