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hunted

The correct spelling is hunted.

How to pronounce hunted

verb

IPA: /ˈhʌntɪd/

Say it like: Hun-ted

The correct spelling is hunted. To find or search for an animal in the wild with the intention of killing the animal for its meat or for sport. For example: "Her uncle will go out and hunt for deer, now that it is open season."

Usage Examples

Her uncle will go out and hunt for deer, now that it is open season.

The little girl was hunting for shells on the beach.

He was hunted from the parish.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To find or search for an animal in the wild with the intention of killing the animal for its meat or for sport.
  2. 2.To try to find something; search (for).
  3. 3.To drive; to chase; with down, from, away, etc.
  4. 4.To use or manage (dogs, horses, etc.) in hunting.
  5. 5.To use or traverse in pursuit of game.

adjective

  1. 1.Being the subject of a hunt.
  2. 2.Nervous and agitated, as if pursued.

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