haze
haze
heɪz
heiz
/hˈe‍ɪz/

Definition & Meaning of "haze"in English

Haze
01

a suspension of fine particles, such as dust, smoke, or moisture, in the air, causing reduced visibility

Grammatical Information
animacy status
inanimate
Composition
Simple
countable
plural form
hazes
Examples
The city skyline was obscured by a thick haze of pollution, reducing visibility for miles.
02

a state of vagueness in which thoughts and perceptions lack clarity

Examples
After the surgery, she wandered the hallways in a haze, unable to focus on anything.
to haze
01

to torment someone, especially as part of initiation rites in military or college settings

Grammatical Information
Composition
Simple
action verb
regular
present tense
haze
3rd person singular
hazes
present participle
hazing
past simple
hazed
past participle
hazed
Examples
The new cadets were hazed relentlessly on their first night at the barracks.
02

to become blurred as fine droplets, dust, or vapor collect on a surface or in the air, diminishing clarity

Examples
The storefront glass hazed over as customers breathed on the cold surface.
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