Pronunciation

/tɪr/

Definitions

• Noun: 1. A device with a rubber or pneumatic outer covering that provides traction on a vehicle’s wheel, allowing it to move. 2. Fatigue or weariness, especially from driving or physical exertion. 3. (informal) A state of being bored or disinterested. 4. (US) A tireless person or thing.
• Verb: To become worn out or exhausted, typically due to continuous use or effort. 2. To replace or change a tire on a vehicle.

Phrases

• “Tire pressure” refers to the air pressure inside a tire.
• “Tire rotation” is the process of changing the position of tires on a vehicle to ensure even wear.
• “Tire change” is the act of replacing a flat or worn tire with a new one.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The car needed new tires after the long journey.”
• Verb: “I had to stop and tire the car’s spare tire because of a puncture.”
• Adjective: “The driver felt tired after a marathon of back-to-back meetings.”

Synonyms

• Treads
• Sprockets
• Wheels (in some contexts)
• Worn out
• Exhausted
• Fatigued
• Jaded

Antonyms

• Fresh
• Unworn
• Energetic
• Alert