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Origin and Etymology of tire
Middle English tyren, from Old English tēorian, tȳrian
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First Known Use: before 12th century
in the meaning defined at intransitive sense
See Words from the same yearSynonym Discussion of tire
tire, weary, fatigue, exhaust, jade mean to make or become unable or unwilling to continue. tire implies a draining of one's strength or patience.
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- the long ride tired us out
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- wearied of the constant arguing
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- fatigued by the day's chores
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- shoveling snow exhausted him
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- appetites jaded by overindulgence
Definition of tire
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
Origin and Etymology of tire
Middle English, probably from 3tire
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First Known Use: 15th century
in the meaning defined at sense 2
See Words from the same yearOrigin and Etymology of tire
Middle English, short for attire
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First Known Use: 14th century
in the meaning defined at sense 1
See Words from the same yearDefinition of tire
First Known Use of tire
14th century
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Definition of tire for Students
: a rubber cushion that usually contains compressed air and fits around a wheel (as of an automobile)
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