English Explanatory Dictionary

hance

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To raise, to elevate.
noun
  1. A curve or arc, especially in architecture or in the design of a ship.
  2. The arc of smaller radius at the springing of an elliptical or many-centred arch.
name
  1. A surname originating as a patronymic.

Pronunciation

/hɑːns/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-hance.wav

Word forms

hance hances hancing hanced hanch haunch

Etymology

See enhance.

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