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haze
1[heyz]
noun
an aggregation in the atmosphere of very fine, widely dispersed, solid or liquid particles, or both, giving the air an opalescent appearance that subdues colors.
vagueness or obscurity, as of the mind or perception; confused or vague thoughts, feelings, etc..
The victims were still in a haze and couldn't describe the accident.
verb (used with or without object)
to make or become hazy.
haze
2[heyz]
verb (used with object)
to subject (freshmen, newcomers, etc.) to abusive or humiliating tricks and ridicule.
Chiefly Nautical., to harass with unnecessary or disagreeable tasks.
haze
1/ heɪz /
noun
meteorol
reduced visibility in the air as a result of condensed water vapour, dust, etc, in the atmosphere
the moisture or dust causing this
obscurity of perception, feeling, etc
verb
to make or become hazy
haze
2/ heɪz /
verb
to subject (fellow students) to ridicule or abuse
nautical to harass with humiliating tasks
Other Word Forms
- hazer noun
- hazeless adjective
Word History and Origins
Origin of haze1
Origin of haze2
Word History and Origins
Origin of haze1
Origin of haze2
Idioms and Phrases
Synonym Study
Example Sentences
Medical doctor and Morning Live expert, Dr. Tharaka has these four tips and a special acronym to help cut through the haze.
To the north, a sickly orange haze hung along the horizon, a reminder of the inferno that had reduced parts of their school to a ragged tangle of charred masonry, metal and wood.
Granted, the many years between his childhood and now haze the picture.
The staffer was holding a paintball gun, which is often used to haze bears.
“That sticks with me. It doesn’t matter what you run. It’s, do they believe in it? Do they trust each other? Is there an environment for growth? We don’t haze. We respect each other.”
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When To Use
Haze is a noun or adjective referring to a type of LSD (acid) or marijuana ... typically purple haze.Hazing, on the other hand, is an initiation ritual where people are subjected to all kinds of cruel and unusual tasks or humiliations.
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