bear down


Definition: Meaning of, bear down in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / bɛː daʊn /

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Word Forms:
Prsesent Past Past Participle
bear down bore down borne down
Present Participle Third Person Singular
bearing down bears down
[intransitive]
  1. to move quickly towards someone in a determined and threatening way
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  2. to push or press downwards
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bear down used in phrases

  • bear down on (verb)
    1. sail towards another vessel, of a ship
    2. exert a force with a heavy weight
  • bear down upon (verb)
    1. sail towards another vessel, of a ship
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