Definition of pore
pored
;poring
intransitive verb
1 : to gaze intently
2 : to read or study attentively —usually used with over
3 : to reflect or meditate steadily
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Origin and Etymology of pore
Middle English pouren
First Known Use: 13th century
pore
Definition of pore
1 : a minute opening especially in an animal or plant; especially : one by which matter passes through a membrane
2 : a small interstice (as in soil) admitting absorption or passage of liquid
pored
adjectiveOrigin and Etymology of pore
Middle English, from Middle French, from Latin porus, from Greek poros passage, pore — more at fare
First Known Use: 14th century
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PORE Defined for English Language Learners
pore
Definition of pore for English Language Learners
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: a very small opening on the surface of your skin that liquid comes out through when you sweat
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: a small opening on the surface of a plant, a rock, etc.
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pore
playMedical Definition of pore
: a minute opening especially in an animal or plant; especially : one by which matter passes through a membrane
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