26984 words

fetched

4 definitions • 6 examples
1
past simple and past participle of
2
to go to another place to get something or someone and bring it, him, or her back:

Examples:

[ + two objects ] Could you fetch me my glasses from the other room, please?
I have to fetch my mother from the station.
fetch something for someone Shall I fetch some tea for you?
3
to be sold for a particular amount of money:

Examples:

The paintings fetched over a million dollars.
The house didn't fetch as much as she was hoping it would.
4
to hit someone with the hand:

Examples:

I fetched him a smart blow on the ear!

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