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fare

|fare|

B1

🇺🇸

/fɛr/

🇬🇧

/feə/

payment for travel

Etymology
Etymology Information

'fare' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'faran,' where 'faran' meant 'to travel.'

Historical Evolution

'faran' transformed into the Middle English word 'faren,' and eventually became the modern English word 'fare.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to travel,' but over time it evolved into its current meanings of 'money paid for travel' and 'food.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

the money paid for a journey on public transport.

The bus fare has increased this year.

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Noun 2

a range of food, especially of a particular type.

The restaurant offers traditional Italian fare.

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Verb 1

to perform in a specified way in a particular situation or over a particular period.

He fared well in the competition.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40