Definition of bore - Reverso English Dictionary
Verb
1.
boredomtr. cause someone to feel uninterested or tiredtr.
- The lecture bored the students.
2.
drillingtr./intr. make a hole using a tooltr./intr.
- He bored a hole in the wall.
3.
enlargingtr. TECH. increase the diameter of a holetr. TECH.
- The machine bored the pipe to a larger size.
4.
movementintr. push forward with effortintr.
- The athlete bored through the crowd.
5.
intense gazetr. UK stare intensely at someonetr. UK
- Her eyes bored into him.
Adjective
- The lecture was so bore that many students fell asleep.
Noun
1.
- His speech was such a bore that many left early..
2.
constructionhole made by drilling or cutting
- The bore in the wall was perfectly round.
3.
firearmsTECH. the inside of a gun barrelTECH.
- The rifle's bore was clean and shiny.
4.
geographyTECH. UK large tidal wave in a riverTECH. UK
- The bore surged up the river with great force.
Images of bore
hole made by drilling or cutting 
the inside of a gun barrel
Expressions with bore
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extremely dull and uninteresting person or thing
The lecture was a crashing bore, putting everyone to sleep..
make someone extremely bored or uninterested
The lecture bored me witless.
make someone extremely bored
The lecture bored the students to death.
make someone extremely bored
The lecture on ancient grains bore me to tears.
make someone extremely bored
The lecture on ancient pottery bore the pants off the students.
make someone extremely bored
The lecture on ancient pottery bored the students rigid.
make someone extremely bored
The lecture on ancient pottery bored me silly.
make someone feel extremely bored or uninterested
That lecture would bore the students stiff.
make someone extremely bored
The lecture on ancient grains bored the students witless.
cause someone to feel uninterested or tired
The lecture will be a bore if it lacks visuals.
situation lacking excitement or interest
The lecture was a bore draw, and many students fell asleep.
expresses disappointment about something uninteresting
What a bore, this lecture is never-ending!
make a path by pushing or cutting through something
The mole bored its way through the soil.
thoroughgoing, complete, or total in nature
The project was a full-bore success.
minimalism can be dull or uninteresting
In this art gallery, less is a bore.
make a narrow opening completely across something solid by steady pressure
They used a sharp bit to bore through the thick wooden door.
considered insignificant or trivial
His concerns were dismissed as small-bore issues.
inside width of an engine cylinder where the piston moves
The mechanic measured the cylinder bore to check for excessive wear.
shotgun with a bore diameter for 12 lead balls per pound
He went hunting with his 12-bore.
device removing gases from a gun barrel
The tank's bore evacuator efficiently cleared the barrel after firing.
having a wide inside diameter or opening
The doctor used a large-bore needle for the procedure.
wave formed by incoming tide in an estuary
The tidal bore surged up the river.
used to say something is extremely boring and unpleasant
Another long meeting? It's a frightful bore!
Origin of bore
Old English, borian (to bore)
Terms with bore included in their meaning
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weapon
firearm with a long barrel and rifled bore
firearms
internal diameter or bore of a gun barrel
manual tool
rod rotated by hand to bore holes
excessive talking
bore someone by talking too much or too long
firearms
related to a gun bore of .38 inches
music
low-pitched brass instrument with a wide bore and large bell
automotive
increased size of an engine bore
firearms
twelve-bore gun used for hunting
firearms
unit of measurement in firearms for the bore
firearms
groove in a rifled bore
geology
bore-hole in a basin with natural water pressure
piercing
pierce or bore holes like a gimlet
gun size
of or relating to gun bore or ammunition measuring 0.22 inches
firearm size
of or relating to gun bore or ammunition size measuring 0.22 inches
gun size
of or relating to the bore of a gun measuring thirty-eight hundredths inch
firearms
related to a gun bore measuring .45 inches
firearms
related to a gun bore measuring .45 inches
weapon
old firearm with wide bore and flared muzzle
military
automatic anti-aircraft gun with a 40mm bore
firearms
device that narrows the bore in shotguns
tools
tool for cleaning the bore of a muzzle-loading gun
music
brass instrument with valves, conical bore, used in bands
music
type of flute with a straight bore
firearms
having a smooth bore without spiral grooves
Examples of bore in a sentence
The movie bored me halfway through. The workers bored through the rock to lay the pipes. She bored a small hole to hang the picture. The drill bored into the wooden plank effortlessly. Engineers bored the tunnel through the mountain. She bored through the dense forest.
The ship bored through the icy waters. The stranger bored his eyes into mine. She bored into the witness with a cold stare. The movie was so bore that I left halfway through. His speech was incredibly bore and uninspiring. The lecture turned out to be a bore, and I struggled to stay awake. Everyone agreed that the long meeting was a bore. The engineer examined the bore for defects. A bore was drilled to access the underground reservoir. He inspected the bore for any signs of damage. The bore must be regularly cleaned to ensure accuracy. The bore created a spectacle for the onlookers. Surfers eagerly awaited the bore's arrival.
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- French:ennuyer, ennuyeux, ...
- German:langweilen, langweilig, ...
- Italian:annoiare, noioso, ...
- Spanish:aburrir, aburrido, ...
- Portuguese:aborrecer, chato, ...
- Chinese:使厌烦, 无聊, ...
- Japanese:退屈させる, 退屈な, ...
- Arabic:أمل, مُمِل, ...
- Hebrew:לְשַׁעֲמֵם, מְשַׁעֲמֵם, ...
- Russian:наскучить, скучный, ...
- Ukrainian:набридати, нудний, ...
- Hindi:उबाना, उबाऊ, ...
Definition of bear - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
toyssoft stuffed toy hugged by children for comfort
- She hugged her bear tightly at night.
2.
animallarge mammal with thick fur and claws
- The bear roamed the forest in search of food.
3.
financeTECH. investor expecting prices to fallTECH.
- The bear sold his shares before the market crash.
4.
- This project is a real bear to complete.
5.
gay slanglarge hairy man often homosexual
- He identified as a bear in the community.
Verb
1.
enduranceendure or tolerate something unpleasant
- He cannot bear the loud noise.
2.
responsibilitytake on responsibility or cost
- She bears the cost of the repairs.
3.
appearancehave or display a particular mark or feature
- The document bears the official seal.
4.
transportationcarry or support a weight
- She can bear heavy loads on her back..
5.
change directionintr. turn and proceed in a directionintr.
- Bear left at the fork in the road..
6.
reproductiongive birth to a child
- She is bearing her first child..
7.
natureproduce fruit or flowers
- The apple tree bears fruit every autumn..
8.
emotionhave a feeling or emotion towards someone
- He bears no ill will towards them.
Images of bear
soft stuffed toy hugged by children for comfort 
large mammal with thick fur and claws
Expressions with bear
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be patient with someone or something
Please bear with me while I find the document.
female bear raising cubs
The mama bear watched over her cubs carefully.
press or weigh down heavily
The snow bore down on the roof, causing it to creak.
produce fruit as a plant
The apple tree will bear fruit in the summer.
be patient with me
Please bear with me while I find the information.
maintain resentment towards someone for a past offense
She still bears a grudge against him for the insult.
hold onto resentment towards someone for past offenses
She tends to bear grudges against her coworkers.
keep something important in your thoughts or memory
Bear in mind the rules before you start.
carry something heavy without falling or breaking
The bridge can bear the weight of many cars.
stay positive or strong during hard times
She tried to bear up after hearing the bad news.
express inability to endure or tolerate something unpleasant
I can't bear the loud noise anymore!
difficult burden or responsibility someone must deal with
Dealing with his illness is his cross to bear.
accept something unpleasant, often with good humour or patience
Sometimes you just have to grin and bear it.
extremely hungry
After the hike, I was hungry as a bear.
father who is very protective
He acts like a papa bear when it comes to his children.
too upset to leave someone, somewhere or something you love
She couldn't bear to part with the old house.
feel anger or dislike toward someone
She does not bear ill will against her old friend.
confirm or support with evidence
The data bears out the scientist's theory.
language is too offensive to repeat
His language doesn't bear repeating in front of the kids.
withstand being compared
Her performance bears comparison with the best in the industry.
move quickly towards someone or something
The storm seemed to bear down on our village..
have no connection or similarity to something
His statement bears no relation to the facts.
apply pressure or influence
She continued to bear on the issue until it was resolved..
enclosure for keeping bears
The zoo had a large bear pit.
Origin of bear
Old English, beran (to carry)
Examples of bear in a sentence
He received a bear for his birthday. A bear hibernates during the winter months. The bear's growl echoed through the valley. The bear predicted a downturn in the tech industry. Bears are cautious during volatile market conditions. Final exams can be a bear for students.
Moving all those boxes was a bear of a task. The club was a popular spot for bears. He felt comfortable among other bears at the event. She had to bear the pain silently. We must bear the harsh weather conditions. He bears the responsibility for the team's failure. They bear the burden of the financial loss. The old coin bears the king's profile. Several boxes bore warning labels. The bridge must bear the weight of the vehicles. He struggled to bear the burden of his responsibilities. Bear right after the bridge. You need to bear east to reach the lake. She will bear twins in the coming months. The queen is expected to bear an heir soon. The cherry tree bears flowers in spring. This plant bears fruit in the summer. She bears a deep affection for her hometown. Despite the betrayal, he bears a sense of loyalty.
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- French:nounours, supporter, ...
- German:Teddybär, ertragen, ...
- Italian:orsacchiotto, sopportare, ...
- Spanish:peluche, soportar, ...
- Portuguese:urso de peluche, suportar, ...
- Chinese:泰迪熊, 忍受, ...
- Japanese:クマのぬいぐるみ, 我慢する, ...
- Arabic:دُبّ, احْتَمَلَ, ...
- Hebrew:דּוּבִּי, לִסְבּוֹל, ...
- Russian:медвежонок, терпеть, ...
- Ukrainian:ведмедик, терпіти, ...
- Hindi:भालू, सहन करना, ...
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