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Vocabulary Entry
beard
|noun • verb
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N
noun
Facial hair that grows on the chin and cheeks.
Example Sentences
"He stroked his beard thoughtfully."
"The wizard had a long, white beard."
"She decided to grow a beard for the upcoming costume party."
V
verb
To cover or shield something, often used in phrases like 'to beard the lion.'
Example Sentences
"He bearded the manager about the unfair policies."
"She bearded the issue head-on during the meeting."
"Some people choose to beard the challenge despite the risks."