fair
fair
fɛr
fer
British pronunciation
/feə/

Definition & Meaning of "fair"in English

01

treating everyone equally and in a right or acceptable way

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All students are treated equally by her because she is a fair teacher.
The interviewer asks each candidate the same questions, proving he is a fair person.
02

(of a woman) having attractive or pleasing features

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The prince fell in love with the fair maiden.
She was known as the fairest woman in the land.
03

(of skin or hair) very light in color

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She had fair skin that was sensitive to the sun.
His fair hair gleamed under the sunlight.
04

(of the weather) clear and dry, with no clouds or rain

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It was a fair day with bright sunshine.
We set sail in fair weather.
05

relatively large in number, amount, or size

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The fair amount of rainfall this season has been beneficial for the crops.
She received a fair share of the profits from the business venture.
06

(of a baseball) hit between the foul lines

07

gained, earned, or done honestly, without cheating, lying, or stealing

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He won the game through fair play.
She earned a fair wage for her work.
08

(of a manuscript) having few alterations or corrections

09

moderate in amount, size, or quality, neither too much nor too little

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The restaurant serves a fair portion of food for the price.
He made a fair profit from the sale of his paintings.
Fair
01

a gathering or event featuring entertainment, exhibits, and often commercial activities, often held annually or periodically

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a traveling show; having sideshows and rides and games of skill etc.

03

a charitable event or bazaar where goods are sold to raise money for a specific cause

04

gathering of producers to promote business

to fair
01

to shape, adjust, or join parts so that their outer surfaces blend together in a smooth, continuous line

Transitive: to fair sth
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The carpenter faired the edges of the panels before assembly.
They faired the hull of the boat to reduce drag.
fair
01

treating all sides equally without favoritism or discrimination

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The teacher graded all the exams fair, without giving anyone special treatment.
The rules were applied fair to every competitor in the tournament.
02

in a manner that complies with rules, laws, or ethical standards

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She played fair throughout the entire match.
If you want to win, you have to fight fair.
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