harry
Translation
to harass, to pester, to attack repeatedly
Examples
The small boats harried the enemy coastline.
The small boats harried the enemy coastline.
He was harried by constant demands for money.
He was harried by constant demands for money.
Grammar Patterns
((sb./sth.)) to persistently harass or attack (sb./sth.) The reporters harried the politician with questions.
Similar Words
Synonyms: pester, annoy, torment, attack; Antonyms: soothe, comfort, aid
Etymology
From Old English 'hergian' meaning 'to make war, lay waste', related to 'here' (army).
Memory Tips
Imagine a 'hairy' monster that harries villagers.