Synonyms for Quarry
Definition of quarry
- noun
- a person who is the aim of an attack (especially a victim of ridicule or exploitation) by some hostile person or influence; "he fell prey to muggers"; "everyone was fair game"; "the target of a manhunt"
- a surface excavation for extracting stone or slate; "a British term for `quarry' is `stone pit'"
- animal hunted or caught for food
3 synonyms found
Writing tips for "quarry"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like pit, prey, target can replace "quarry" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
"Quarry" in song lyrics
See how quarry is used in real songs:
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"Said Fred and Barney was down in the quarry"
Seagram — Flintstones -
"aardvark's quarry"
AOL — AOL -
"hudson quarry"
AOL — AOL