chased
Chased (adj) means pursued or followed at speed. Example: “The chased fox darted into the hedgerow.”
How to Use Chased
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishFollowed at speed, or (for metalwork) decorated with engraving.
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The _____ fox darted into the hedgerow.
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What does “chased” mean?
The word “chased” means pursued or followed at speed. In plain terms, followed at speed, or (for metalwork) decorated with engraving.
How do you pronounce “chased”?
“Chased” is pronounced chayst (/t͡ʃeɪst/ in IPA).
How do you use “chased” in a sentence?
Here is “chased” used in a sentence: “The chased fox darted into the hedgerow.”
What part of speech is “chased”?
“Chased” is an adjective.
Is “chased” a common word?
“Chased” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “chased” have?
“Chased” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: pursued or followed at speed.
What is the difference between chased and chasing as adjectives?
Chased describes something that has already been pursued or, in metalwork, already decorated with engraved patterns. Chasing describes the action happening in the present, such as 'a dog chasing a ball.'
Does chased always mean pursued?
No. Chased has two separate senses: something that was pursued or followed at speed, and, unrelatedly, metal decorated with engraved or embossed patterns.