Definition of quary

"quary" is probably misspelled. Trying quarry instead Definition of quarry

1. quarry [ n ] a surface excavation for extracting stone or slate
Examples: : "a British term for `quarry' is `stone pit'"

Synonyms quarry stone_pit pit Related Terms excavation trou-de-loup gravel_pit chalkpit

2. quarry [ n ] a person who is the aim of an attack (especially a victim of ridicule or exploitation) by some hostile person or influence
Examples: "he fell prey to muggers" "everyone was fair game" "the target of a manhunt"

Synonyms target prey fair_game quarry Related Terms victim target

3. quarry [ v ] extract (something such as stones) from or as if from a quarry
Examples: "quarry marble"

Synonyms quarry Related Terms exploit quarryman quarrying dig

4. quarry [ n ] animal hunted or caught for food

Synonyms prey quarry Related Terms animal game raven

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