Homer - Definition

homer

n 1: a base hit on which the batter scores a run [syn: homer,
home run]
2: ancient Greek epic poet who is believed to have written the
Iliad and the Odyssey (circa 850 BC)
3: an ancient Hebrew unit of capacity equal to 10 baths or 10
ephahs [syn: homer, kor]
4: United States painter best known for his seascapes
(1836-1910) [syn: Homer, Winslow Homer]
5: pigeon trained to return home [syn: homing pigeon, homer]
v 1: hit a home run

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