horry

/ˈhɒri/

Definitions

1. noun

A suffix used in some place names in the United States, particularly in South Carolina, often referring to a swamp or a body of water, especially a tidal estuary.

“The residents of Horry County are proud of their unique cultural heritage.”

2. verb

To cause or make (someone or something) to feel or be in a state of fear.

“The horror movie was so scary that it horried the whole audience.”

Synonyms

  • alarm
  • frighten
  • scare

Antonyms

  • calm
  • soothe