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yare

adjective
\ ˈyer How to pronounce yare (audio) , ˈyär How to pronounce yare (audio) \

Definition of yare

1 archaic : set for action : ready

2 or yar \ ˈyär How to pronounce yar (audio) \

a : characterized by speed and agility : nimble, lively
b : handy sense 1c, maneuverable

Other Words from yare

yare adverb, archaic
yarely adverb, archaic

First Known Use of yare

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

History and Etymology for yare

Middle English, from Old English gearu; akin to Old High German garo ready

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