borne

¹ American  

[bawrn, bohrn] / bɔrn, boʊrn /

verb

1. a past participle of bear.

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borne ² American  

[bohrn, bawrn] / boʊrn, bɔrn /

noun

1. a circular sofa having a conical or cylindrical back piece at the center.

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borne British  

/ bɔːn /

verb

1. for all active uses of the verb, the past participle of bear 1

2. for all passive uses of the verb except sense 4 unless followed by by, the past participle of bear 1

3. (of a fact) to be realized by (someone)

   it was borne in on us how close we had been to disaster

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Etymology

Origin of borne

< French: pillar; see bourn ²

Example Sentences

But former prime minister Elisabeth Borne expressed reservations about the measure on Monday.

From Barron's • Jan. 26, 2026

Borne said she would travel to Nogent to visit the school, adding "I commend the composure and dedication of those who acted to restrain the attacker".

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2025

His predecessor Elisabeth Borne resigned Monday following recent political turmoil over an immigration law that strengthens the government’s ability to deport foreigners.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 9, 2024

In a statement, Mr Macron said Ms Borne had shown "courage, commitment and determination" during her time in office.

From BBC • Jan. 8, 2024

Borne upon the wind they heard the howling of wolves.

From "The Two Towers" by J. R. R. Tolkien