26984 words

fetches

6 definitions • 9 examples
1
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?
2
to be sold for a particular amount of money:

Examples:

The house didn't fetch as much as she was hoping it would.
3
to hit someone with the hand:

Examples:

I fetched him a smart blow on the ear!
4
to play a game with a dog that involves throwing something for it to run after and bring back to you:

Examples:

I had to teach our new dog how to play fetch.
5
to go get something or someone and bring the thing or person back:

Examples:

[ I ] She’s been teaching the dog to fetch (= get a stick or ball that is thrown and bring it back).
6
to be sold for a price:

Examples:

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