Rear
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British pronunciation/ɹˈi‍ə/
American pronunciation/ˈɹɪɹ/

Definition & Meaning of "rear"

Rear
01

the part of an object located on the opposite side from its front

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The car 's rear was dented in the accident.
He attached the trailer to the rear of the truck.
The house had a small garden at the rear.
02

the part of the human body on which a person sits

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He slipped on the ice and landed squarely on his rear.
The chair was so uncomfortable that it made his rear ache after a while.
She gave her dog a gentle pat on the rear as a reward.
03

the part of a military force that is furthest from the enemy, often used for support and logistics

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Supplies were transported from the rear to the front lines throughout the battle.
The soldiers at the rear were tasked with organizing medical aid and rations.
As the enemy advanced, the rear was reinforced to prevent a surprise attack.
01

situated or near the back of something

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The rear entrance of the building provided discreet access for employees.
The rear tires of the car were larger than the front tires for better traction.
The rear compartment of the airplane was designated for passengers traveling in economy class.
to rear
01

to raise and care for a child until they are grown

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She dedicated her life to rearing her three children.
It takes a lot of patience and love to rear a child well.
They chose to rear their children in the countryside.
02

to stand or rise onto the back legs, usually referring to animals

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The horse reared when it heard the thunder.
The lion reared on its back legs and roared.
The goat reared to reach the leaves on the tree.
03

to rise or extend to a great height, especially when something appears to tower over its surroundings

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The skyscrapers reared above the city skyline.
The mountain reared up in the distance, its peak covered in snow.
As we walked down the street, the large cathedral reared up in front of us.
04

to care for and raise animals until they reach maturity

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The farmer rears cows for dairy production.
She has been rearing horses for competitive racing.
Villagers rear ducks for eggs and meat.
05

to nurture or cultivate something, especially plants, to help it grow

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She reared the seedlings carefully until they were strong enough to be transplanted.
The farmer reared his crops with great attention to detail.
He reared a variety of vegetables in his backyard garden.
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