What does VEERS mean?

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Parts of Speech: verb

Definitions:

• To change direction suddenly or make a sudden turn
• To shift or change course or direction

Pronunciations:

• US: /vɪr/
• UK: /vɪə(r)/

Origin and Usage:

The word "veers" originated from the Middle English word "veren" meaning "to change direction." It has been in use since the 16th century. "Veers" is commonly used in nautical contexts to describe the sudden change of course of a ship. It is also used in a figurative sense to describe a sudden change in direction of thought or action.

Synonyms:

• Swerve
• Turn
• Divert
• Deviate
• Shift

Related Words:

• Verse
• Serve
• Revel
• Never
• Event

Example Sentences:

• The car veered off the road and crashed into a tree.
• The conversation veered off-topic and onto more personal matters.
• The ship veered to avoid the iceberg.