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- Dictionaryrare/rɛː/
adjective
- 1. (of an event, situation, or condition) not occurring very often: "a rare genetic disorder" Similar Opposite
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RARE definition: 1. not common or frequent; very unusual: 2. someone or something unusual: 3. (of meat) not cooked…. Learn more.
The meaning of RARE is seldom occurring or found : uncommon. How to use rare in a sentence. Synonym Discussion of Rare.
Rare definition: coming or occurring far apart in time; unusual; uncommon. See examples of RARE used in a sentence.
Definitions of rare. adjective. marked by an uncommon quality; especially superlative or extreme of its kind. “"what is so rare as a day in June"-J.R.Lowell” “a rare skill” synonyms: uncommon. extraordinary. beyond what is ordinary or usual; highly unusual or exceptional or remarkable. adjective.
not common or frequent; very unusual: a rare disease / species. The museum is full of rare and precious treasures. a rare occasion / opportunity / visit / treat, etc. [ + to infinitive ] It's very rare to find these birds in New England in the winter. It's very rare to find someone who combines such qualities.
Definition of 'rare' Word Frequency. rare. (reəʳ ) Word forms: comparative rarer , superlative rarest. 1. adjective B1. Something that is rare is not common and is therefore interesting or valuable. ...the black-necked crane, one of the rarest species in the world. She collects rare plants.
not done, seen, happening, etc. very often. a rare disease/occurrence/event. This weekend, visitors will get a rare chance to visit the private apartments. it is rare for somebody/something to do something It's extremely rare for it to be this hot in April.
Definition of rare adjective in Oxford Advanced American Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
rare adjective (UNUSUAL) Add to word list. B1. very unusual: a rare disease / species. [ + to do sth ] It's very rare to see these birds in England. Fewer examples. He spent several years researching a rare African dialect. The forest was populated by rare and colourful birds.
Definitions of 'rare' 1. Something that is rare is not common and is therefore interesting or valuable. [...] 2. An event or situation that is rare does not occur very often. [...] 3. You use rare to emphasize an extremely good or remarkable quality. [emphasis] [...] More. English for Special Purposes. in Hospitality.
