Word Definition

Rare

  1. Characterized by wide separation of parts; of loose texture; not thick or dense; thin; as, a rare atmosphere at high elevations.
  2. Nearly raw; partially cooked; not thoroughly cooked; underdone; as, rare beef or mutton.
  3. Not frequent; seldom met with or occurring; unusual; as, a rare event.
  4. Of an uncommon nature; unusually excellent; valuable to a degree seldom found.
  5. Early.
  6. Thinly scattered; dispersed.

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