boring

A1
Pronunciation
/ˈbɔːɹɪŋ/
Noun
3 definition(s)
1 Definition

A pit or hole which has been bored.

2 Definition

Fragments thrown up when something is bored or drilled.

3 Definition

Any organism that bores into a hard surface

Verb
9 definition(s)
1 Definition

To inspire boredom in somebody.

2 Definition

To make a hole through something.

3 Definition

To make a hole with, or as if with, a boring instrument; to cut a circular hole by the rotary motion of a tool.

Example Sentences
  • An insect bores into a tree.
4 Definition

To form or enlarge (something) by means of a boring instrument or apparatus.

Example Sentences
  • to bore a steam cylinder or a gun barrel; to bore a hole
5 Definition

To make (a passage) by laborious effort, as in boring; to force a narrow and difficult passage through.

Example Sentences
  • to bore one's way through a crowd
6 Definition

To be pierced or penetrated by an instrument that cuts as it turns.

Example Sentences
  • This timber does not bore well.
7 Definition

To push forward in a certain direction with laborious effort.

8 Definition

(of a horse) To shoot out the nose or toss it in the air.

9 Definition

To fool; to trick.

Adjective
3 definition(s)
1 Definition

Causing boredom; unable to engage or hold the interest.

Example Sentences
  • What a boring film that was! I almost fell asleep.
2 Definition

Used, or designed to be used, to drill holes.

Example Sentences
  • boring equipment
3 Definition

Capable of penetrating; piercing.