blear

/blɪər/
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Other forms: bleared; blears; blearing

Definitions of blear
  1. verb
    make dim or indistinct
    synonyms: blur
    see moresee less
    type of:
    alter, change, modify
    cause to change; make different; cause a transformation
  2. adjective
    tired to the point of exhaustion
    synonyms: blear-eyed, bleary, bleary-eyed
    tired
    depleted of strength or energy
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