Bore — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Bore
Bore (verb)
- to pierce with a turning or twisting movement of a tool
- to make by boring or digging away material
- to make a hole by or as if by boring
- to cause to feel weariness and restlessness through lack of interest, to cause to feel boredom
Bore (noun)
- a usually cylindrical hole made by or as if by the turning or twisting movement of a tool, a hole made by or as if by boring
- a borehole drilled especially to make an artesian well
- the long usually cylindrical hollow part of something (such as a tube or gun barrel)
- a tidal flood with a high abrupt front
- one that causes weariness and restlessness through lack of interest, one that causes boredom
- a dull or tiresome person
- something that is devoid of interest
Bore (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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to make a hole or series of holes in
"some woodpecker bored holes in our tree in the backyard"
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to force one's way
"with some effort, she bored through the throng of yelling protestors"
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to make weary and restless by being dull or monotonous
"the professor's lifeless and unimaginative teaching style bored the students to death"
Bore (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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someone or something boring
"for once, the graduation speaker wasn't a real bore"
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Bore
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Antonyms & Opposite Words for Bore
Words with the opposite meaning of Bore:
Near Antonyms of Bore
Word Forms of Bore
Origin & Etymology of Bore
Middle English boren, going back to Old English borian, going back to Germanic *bur-ō- (whence Old High German borōn "to pierce," Old Norse bora), probably verbal derivative of a noun base bur- "tool for piercing" (whence Old English bor "chiseling instrument," Old High German bora); akin to Latin forāre "to bore," ferīre "to strike"
First known use: before 12th centuryt
Words & Phrases Containing Bore
Frequently Asked Questions about Bore
What does "Bore" mean?
"Bore" means to pierce with a turning or twisting movement of a tool. As an a verb and a noun, it is defined as: to pierce with a turning or twisting movement of a tool. It has 4 distinct senses.
What is another word for "Bore"?
Other words for "Bore" include drill, hole, perforate, pierce, punch, puncture, riddle and bull. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Bore" you intend.
What are different ways to say "Bore"?
There are 78 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Bore". Common alternatives include drill, hole, perforate, pierce, punch, puncture, riddle, bull, bulldoze and crash.
What is the opposite of "Bore"?
Antonyms of "Bore" include absorb, busy, engage, engross, enthrall, fascinate, grip and interest. Near antonyms include fill, patch, plug and seal.
How do you use "Bore" in a sentence?
Examples of "Bore" in a sentence: "some woodpecker bored holes in our tree in the backyard"; "with some effort, she bored through the throng of yelling protestors"; "the professor's lifeless and unimaginative teaching style bored the students to death".
Is "Bore" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Bore" can be used as a verb and a noun, depending on the context.
How do you pronounce "Bore"?
"Bore" is pronounced /ˈbȯr/.
What is the origin of the word "Bore"?
"Bore" comes from Middle English boren, going back to Old English borian, going back to Germanic *bur-ō- (whence Old High German borōn "to pierce," Old Norse bora), probably verbal derivative of a noun base bur- "tool for piercing" (whence Old English bor "chiseling instrument," Old High German bora); akin to Latin forāre "to bore," ferīre "to strike". First known use: before 12th centuryt.