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Rare

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Meanings of Rare

Adjective

  • Very uncommon; not seen very often.
  • (of a gas) Not thick; light and airy.
  • Good or enjoyable.

Noun

  • A special or unusual item that is hard to find.

Explanation of the word: Rare

Rare means something that is hard to find or not common. For example, a rare animal is one that not many people get to see.

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Translations for the word: Rare

hindi
दुर्लभ (durlabh)

durlabh

अद्भुत (adbhut)

adbhut

विशिष्ट (vishisht)

vishisht

   

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Antonyms for the word: Rare

Frequently Asked Questions about the word: Rare

What does 'rare' mean?
The word 'rare' means something that is not common or not found very often. For example, a rare animal is one that is hard to find.
How do you pronounce 'rare'?
You pronounce 'rare' like 'air' but with an 'r' at the beginning. It sounds like 'rair'.
What is the origin of the word 'rare'?
The word 'rare' comes from the Latin word 'rarus', which means 'sparse' or 'thin'. It has been used in English for a long time!
What is the meaning of 'rare' in Bengali?
The word 'rare' in Bengali is 'দুর্লভ' (Durlabh).