Definition of Rearing

1. Noun. The properties acquired as a consequence of the way you were treated as a child.

Exact synonyms: Nurture, Raising
Generic synonyms: Upbringing
Derivative terms: Nurture, Nurture, Raise, Rear

2. Adjective. Rearing on left hind leg with forelegs elevated and head usually in profile. "A lion rampant"
Exact synonyms: Rampant
Category relationships: Heraldry
Similar to: Erect, Upright, Vertical
Derivative terms: Ramp

3. Noun. Helping someone grow up to be an accepted member of the community. "They debated whether nature or nurture was more important"

Definition of Rearing

1. rear [v] - See also: rear

Lexicographical Neighbors of Rearing

rear
rear
rear(a)
rear-end
rear-horse
reared
rearer
rearers
rearguard
reargue
reargued
reargues
rearguing
reargument
rearguments
rearing (current term)
rearise
rearisen
rearises
rearising
rearly
rearm
rearmament
rearmaments
rearmed
rearmice
rearming
rearmost
rearmouse
rearms

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