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Haunt Definition & Meaning

haunt
noun
  1. a frequently visited place
verb
  1. follow stealthily or recur constantly and spontaneously to; "her ex-boyfriend stalked her"; "the ghost of her mother haunted her"
  2. haunt like a ghost; pursue; "Fear of illness haunts her"
  3. be a regular or frequent visitor to a certain place; "She haunts the ballet"

"Haunt" in song lyrics

See how haunt is used in real songs:

  • "This ain't meant to scare, ain't meant to haunt"
    The Cross Movement — Shock!
  • "violate, we coming like ghost we gonna haunt"
    Flipmode Squad — Hit Em Wit Da Heat
  • "Now won't you come and haunt"
    Hollow Point [Mr. Lil One and Knightowl] — MF the Rest

Usage tips for "haunt"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "haunt" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for haunt to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does haunt mean?
a frequently visited place follow stealthily or recur constantly and spontaneously to; "her ex-boyfriend stalked her"; "the ghost of her mother haunted her" haunt like a ghost; pursue; "Fear of illness haunts her" be a regular or frequent visitor to a certain place; "She haunts the ballet"
What part of speech is haunt?
Haunt is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does haunt have?
Haunt has 4 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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