harry
Language: EN · Kind: word · Transcription: [/ˈhæɹi/]
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Senses
1. harry (verb) — sense 1
Definition: To plunder, pillage, assault.
Example: I repent me much , That so I harry'd him
2. harry (verb) — sense 2
Definition: To make repeated attacks on an enemy.
Example: 'One kiss, my bonny sweetheart, I'm after a prize to-night, / But I shall be back with the yellow gold before the morning light; / Yet, if they press me sharply, and harry me through the day, / Then look for me by moonlight, / Watch for me by moonlight, / I'll come to thee by moonlight, though Hell should bar the way.'
3. harry (verb) — sense 3
Definition: To strip, lay waste, ravage.
Example: to harry this beautiful region
Structure of the word
Roots:- ker (Proto-Indo-European)
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