dare
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/dɛə(ɹ)/
English
Definitions
noun
- A challenge to prove courage.
- The quality of daring; venturesomeness; boldness.
- Defiance; challenge.
verb
- To have enough courage (to do something).“I wouldn't dare argue with my boss.”
- To defy or challenge (someone to do something)“I dare you (to) kiss that girl.”
- To have enough courage to meet or do something, go somewhere, etc.; to face up to“Will you dare death to reach your goal?”
- To terrify; to daunt.
verb
- To stare stupidly or vacantly; to gaze as though amazed or terrified.
- To lie or crouch down in fear.
noun
- A small fish, the dace.