hare

/heɪr/

Definitions

1. noun

a fast-moving long-legged often brownish-grey herbivorous rabbit; a sudden or unexpected movement; a person who runs or competes in running events

“The hare was a common sight in the countryside.”

2. verb

to move quickly and suddenly, typically in a sudden or unexpected way

“The hare crossed the finish line first in the marathon.”

3. verb

to run quickly, typically in a racing event

“The athletes hare around the track in the relay.”

4. verb

to move or go quickly in a sudden or unexpected way

“The hare ran hare across the field, dodging obstacles.”

Synonyms

  • jackrabbit
  • rabbit

Antonyms

  • slowpoke
  • tortoise