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homer

ho·mer

UK/ˈhəʊmə/ US/ˈhoʊməɹ/ common uk us
noun (5) verb (1)

noun

1.

a base hit on which the batter scores a run

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2.

ancient Greek epic poet who is believed to have written the Iliad and the Odyssey (circa 850 BC)

3.

an ancient Hebrew unit of capacity equal to 10 baths or 10 ephahs

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4.

United States painter best known for his seascapes (1836-1910)

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5.

verb

1.

Origin

From home + -er.

Phrases

  • Chinese homer
  • homer man
  • homer pigeon
  • inside-the-park homer

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