Advertisement
Advertisement
sire
[ sahyuhr ]
noun
- the male parent of a quadruped.
- a respectful term of address, now used only to a male sovereign.
- Archaic.
- a father or forefather.
- a person of importance or in a position of authority, as a lord.
verb (used with object)
- to beget; procreate as the father.
sire
/ saɪə /
noun
- a male parent, esp of a horse or other domestic animal
- a respectful term of address, now used only in addressing a male monarch
- obsolete.a man of high rank
verb
- tr (esp of a domestic animal) to father; beget
Discover More
Other Words From
- sireless adjective
Discover More
Word History and Origins
Discover More
Word History and Origins
Origin of sire1
Discover More
Example Sentences
One child between three and four was convulsed at the sight of his baby bib fastened round the neck of his bearded sire.
It was he who deserved punishment—not the sufferer with his calamities imposed upon him by his erring sire.
Sire, blood drawn improves the complexion, so mine ought to be good this morning.
Infinitely better, sire; I feel quite joyous, and disposed for happiness and pleasure.
I doubt it, sire, and I advise you to send away this libertine St. Luc, who is resolved not to amend.
Advertisement
Word of the Day
[pet-ri-kawr]
Meaning and examplesStart each day with the Word of the Day in your inbox!
By clicking "Sign Up", you are accepting Dictionary.com Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policies.
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Browse