bearded

C1
Pronunciation
/ˈbɪədəd/
/ˈbiɚdəd/
Noun
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

A bearded iris.

Verb
5 definition(s)
1 Definition

To grow hair on the chin and jaw.

2 Definition

To boldly and bravely oppose or confront, often to the chagrin of the one being bearded.

Example Sentences
  • Robin Hood is always shown as bearding the Sheriff of Nottingham.
3 Definition

To take by the beard; to seize, pluck, or pull the beard of (a man), in anger or contempt.

4 Definition

To deprive (an oyster or similar shellfish) of the gills.

5 Definition

Of a gay man or woman: to accompany a gay person of the opposite sex in order to give the impression that they are heterosexual.

Adjective
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

Having a beard; involving a beard.

2 Definition

Having a fringe or appendage resembling a beard in some way (often followed by with).

3 Definition

(Of an axe) having the lower portion of the axehead extending the cutting edge significantly below the width of the butt, thus providing a wide cutting surface while keeping overall weight low.

4 Definition

(in combination) Having a beard (or similar appendage) of a specified type.