rid

B1
Pronunciation
/ˈɹɪd/
Verb
21 definition(s)
1 Definition

To free (something) from a hindrance or annoyance.

Synonyms
deliver disencumber
Example Sentences
  • We're trying to rid the world of poverty.
2 Definition

To banish.

3 Definition

To kill.

4 Definition

To transport oneself by sitting on and directing a horse, later also a bicycle etc.

5 Definition

To be transported in a vehicle; to travel as a passenger.

6 Definition

(chiefly US and South Africa) To transport (someone) in a vehicle.

Example Sentences
  • The cab rode him downtown.
7 Definition

Of a ship: to sail, to float on the water.

8 Definition

To be carried or supported by something lightly and quickly; to travel in such a way, as though on horseback.

Example Sentences
  • The witch cackled and rode away on her broomstick.
9 Definition

To traverse by riding.

10 Definition

To convey, as by riding; to make or do by riding.

Example Sentences
  • How many races have you ridden this year?
11 Definition

To support a rider, as a horse; to move under the saddle.

Example Sentences
  • A horse rides easy or hard, slow or fast.
12 Definition

To mount (someone) to have sex with them; to have sexual intercourse with.

13 Definition

To nag or criticize; to annoy (someone).

14 Definition

Of clothing: to gradually move (up) and crease; to ruckle.

15 Definition

To rely, depend (on).

16 Definition

Of clothing: to rest (in a given way on a part of the body).

17 Definition

To play defense on the defensemen or midfielders, as an attackman.

18 Definition

To manage insolently at will; to domineer over.

19 Definition

To overlap (each other); said of bones or fractured fragments.

20 Definition

To monitor (some component of an audiovisual signal) in order to keep it within acceptable bounds.

21 Definition

In jazz, a steady rhythmical style.

Adjective
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

Released from an obligation, problem, etc. (usually followed by of).

Example Sentences
  • I’m glad to be rid of that stupid nickname.