tired; tiring
Definition of tire
(Entry 1 of 4)
: to become weary
Definition of tire (Entry 2 of 4)
1
: a rubber cushion that fits around a wheel (as of an automobile) and usually contains compressed air
2
: a metal hoop forming the tread of a wheel
tire
noun (2)Definition of tire (Entry 3 of 4)
2
archaic
: a woman's headband or hair ornament
tire
verb (2)
tired; tiring
Definition of tire (Entry 4 of 4)
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The first known use of tire was before the 12th century
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