noun Uncommon

lear

LEER

Lear (noun) means Knowledge or lore passed down as teaching; archaic or dialect term for learning. Example: “The old shepherd's lear came from decades on the hills.”

noun

Knowledge or lore passed down as teaching; archaic or dialect term for learning.

"The old shepherd's lear came from decades on the hills."

How to use lear

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishAn old or dialect word for learning or lore, rarely used today outside Scots and northern English speech.

When to use it

Archaic or regional; not used in standard modern English.

Word forms

leared past tense, lears plural, lears singular

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Etymology

From Old English lār, "lore" — the same root behind the modern words "learn" and "lore."

Origin: Old English

Rhymes for lear

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Frequently asked questions

What does “lear” mean?

The word “lear” means knowledge or lore passed down as teaching; archaic or dialect term for learning. In plain terms, an old or dialect word for learning or lore, rarely used today outside Scots and northern English speech.

How do you pronounce “lear”?

“Lear” is pronounced LEER (/ˈlɪɹ/ in IPA).

How do you use “lear” in a sentence?

Here is “lear” used in a sentence: “The old shepherd's lear came from decades on the hills.”

What part of speech is “lear”?

“Lear” is a noun.

Where does the word “lear” come from?

The word “lear” comes from Old English. From Old English lār, "lore" — the same root behind the modern words "learn" and "lore.".

Is “lear” a common word?

“Lear” is an uncommon word in modern English.