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The correct spelling is borne.
How to pronounce borne
/bɔːn/
verbIPA: /bɔːn/
Say it like: Bor-ne
The correct spelling is borne. To carry or convey, literally or figuratively. For example: "Judging from the look on his face, he wasn't bearing good news."
Usage Examples
“Judging from the look on his face, he wasn't bearing good news.”
“By my readings, we're bearing due south, so we should turn about ten degrees east.”
Meanings
verb
- 1.To carry or convey, literally or figuratively.
- 2.To support, sustain, or endure.
- 3.To support, keep up, or maintain.
- 4.To press or impinge upon.
- 5.To produce, yield, give birth to.
adjective
- 1.Carried, supported.
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