homer

(noun, verb)

noun

1. a base hit on which the batter scores a run

Definition categories: act, safety

2. an ancient Hebrew unit of capacity equal to 10 baths or 10 ephahs

Similar word(s): kor

Definition categories: quantity

3. pigeon trained to return home

Definition categories: animal

Sentences with homer as a noun:

- The first baseman hit a homer to lead off the ninth.

- Each of the pigeon fanciers released a homer at the same time.

- Joe is such a homer that he would never boo the Hometown Hobos, even if they are in last place in the league.

verb

1. hit a home run

Definition categories: competition, hit, score, tally

Sentences with homer as a verb:

- The Sultan of Swat homered 714 times.