rearing Definition
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verb reared, rearing
- 1. To feed, care for and educate (children); to bring up (children).
- Thesaurus: raise, bring up, foster, parent, nurse, nurture, train, educate, cultivate.
2b. To grow (crops).
3. To build or erect something.
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4. Said of an animal, especially a horse: to rise up on the hind legs.
- Form: rear up (often)
5. Said especially of tall buildings: to reach a great height, especially in relation to surroundings.
