petr-


  1. variant of petro-1 before a vowel: petrous.

Dictionary.com Unabridged Based on the Random House Unabridged Dictionary, © Random House, Inc. 2024

How to use petr- in a sentence

  • There was Petr Miller, a forgeman from the Prague ČKD plant.

    How Havel Inspired the Velvet Revolution | Michael Zantovsky | December 6, 2014 | THE DAILY BEAST
  • In fact, the ancient definition was "Concha petr adhrens," and would apply to any shells attached to rocks.

    A Conchological Manual | George Brettingham Sowerby
  • If you ever show yourself in my cottage again, or even under the windows, look out, Petr!

    Devil Stories | Various
  • Petr stood petrified, without moving from the spot, when the innocent child lisped out Pidrkas words to him.

    Devil Stories | Various
  • See here, Petr: a beauty will stand before you in a moment; do whatever she commands; if notyou are lost for ever.

    Devil Stories | Various
  • Petr doubted his senses, and stood thoughtfully before them, with both hands upon his sides.

    Devil Stories | Various