bear off

• Устаревший фразовый глагол, означающий уносить, удалять или выигрывать (приз). Также используется в морском контексте для обозначения отворачивания от чего-либо.

An archaic or obsolete phrasal verb meaning to carry away, remove, or win (a prize). Also used in nautical contexts to mean to steer away from something.

uncountable · irregular verb · intransitive · phrasal, inseparable

1. To steer awayformalbritish

   To change direction or move away from a course or position.

   Отклониться

   • The ship bore off to the north to avoid the storm.
   • He bore off the main road onto a narrow lane.
   • The driver bore off sharply to avoid a collision.

   Synonymsdeviateswerveturn awayveer

   Antonymsadvanceaimapproachbearheadproceedsteer

2. To win or carry awayformalbritish

   To gain or take something, especially a prize or reward.

   Завоевать

   • She bore off the first prize in the competition.
   • The team bore off the championship trophy.
   • He bore off a handsome reward for his efforts.

   Synonymsbear awaycapturecarry offgainobtainsecurewin

   Antonymsforfeitlose

Base verbbear