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calibre vs bore

bore vs calibre

calibre and bore both are nouns.

calibre is not a verb while bore is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
calibre Yes No No No
bore Yes No Yes No
As nouns, calibre and bore are synonyms defined as:
  • calibre and bore: diameter of a tube or gun barrel
Other synonyms of calibre include caliber, gauge.
calibre (noun) bore (noun)
a degree or grade of excellence or worth a hole or passage made by a drill; usually made for exploratory purposes
diameter of a tube or gun barrel diameter of a tube or gun barrel
a high wave (often dangerous) caused by tidal flow (as by colliding tidal currents or in a narrow estuary)
a person who evokes boredom
calibre (verb) bore (verb)
make a hole, especially with a pointed power or hand tool
cause to be bored
Difference between calibre and bore

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