rare
rare
rɛr
rer
British pronunciation
/reə/

Definition & Meaning of "rare"in English

01

happening infrequently or uncommon in occurrence

rare definition and meaning
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Seeing a shooting star is a rare occurrence that fills people with wonder and awe.
02

(of meat) cooked for a short time in a way that the flesh is still red inside

rare definition and meaning
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He ordered his burger cooked rare, wanting it juicy with a red center.
03

found only in small numbers so considered interesting or valuable

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The museum displayed rare artifacts from ancient civilizations, each considered priceless due to their scarcity.
04

(of air) containing little oxygen

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The rare air at the summit made it difficult for climbers to breathe without supplemental oxygen.
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