Synonyms for Hoar

Definition of hoar

adjective
  1. showing characteristics of age, especially having grey or white hair; "whose beard with age is hoar"-Coleridge; "nodded his hoary head"
noun
  1. ice crystals forming a white deposit (especially on objects outside)

7 synonyms found

Writing tips for "hoar"

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"Hoar" in song lyrics

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  • "george frisbie hoar"
    AOL — AOL

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