Meaning of bore in English

1. Pronunciation

   /bɔr/

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1. Verb

   bore

   Etymology

   Old English borian (verb), of Germanic origin; related to German bohren

   Definitions

   1. cause to be bored

   Antonyms

   • interest
2. 2. make a hole with a pointed power or hand tool

   Examples

   • « don't drill here, there's a gas pipe »
   • « drill a hole into the wall »
   • « drill for oil »

3. Noun

   bore

   Etymology

   mid 18th century (as a verb): of unknown origin

   Definitions

   1. a person who evokes boredom
4. 2. a high wave (often dangerous) caused by tidal flow (as by colliding tidal currents or in a narrow estuary)
5. 3. diameter of a tube or gun barrel
6. 4. a hole or passage made by a drill

   Examples

   • « usually made for exploratory purposes »